2026 Summer Internship, Machine Learning Engineering - PhD (New York City)
About The Position
Spotify is looking for enthusiastic students with a passion for music and an ambition to go far. This isn't just any internship! Our paid internship program will give you the chance to gain in-depth knowledge of what it's like to be a Spotify employee as well as get the opportunity to see the technology side of a fast growing company! Our summer internships will last for approximately 10 weeks this summer and start in mid-June. We’re looking for Machine Learning PhD Interns who are excited about the fast-moving world of AI and eager to learn by doing. This internship is intentionally exploratory: the specific projects and scope may evolve over time based on team needs, emerging ideas, and your interests.
Requirements
- You are pursuing a PhD degree in a related field of study.
- You have a graduation year date of 2026 or 2027.
- You currently have valid work authorization to work in the country in which this role is based that will extend from June to August or September 2026.
- You are available from June 15th onwards for a 10 or 12 week summer internship.
- You’re genuinely curious about AI and enjoy learning through hands-on experimentation.
- You have some experience programming (e.g., Python , Java , or similar) and basic exposure to machine learning concepts through coursework, projects, research, or bootcamp work.
- You’re interested in areas like machine learning, generative AI, or large language models.
- You’re comfortable with ambiguity and excited by the opportunity to help shape what you work on.
- You enjoy collaborating, asking questions, and learning from others.
Responsibilities
- Experiment with machine learning and modern AI tools, including large language models (LLMs).
- Prototype ideas, proof-of-concepts, or early-stage features using AI techniques.
- Explore new models, libraries, or workflows and share insights with your team.
- Learn how AI systems are evaluated, improved, and prepared for real-world use.
- Collaborate with engineers, researchers, designers, and product partners in a supportive, learning-focused environment.
Benefits
- Paid Public Holidays
- Learning and Development Trainings
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
