2026 Summer Internship, Machine Learning Engineering (New York City)

Spotify • New York, NY

4d • $51 - $51 • Onsite

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 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 Bachelor's degree, Master’s degree or coding / AI bootcamp 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 2026.
• You are available from June 15th to August 21st, 2026 to participate in the 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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees