Research Intern - Machine Learning for Biology and Healthcare

Microsoft•Cambridge, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Research Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers, who pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment. Microsoft Research’s Biomedical Machine Learning (ML) Group thrives at the intersection of machine learning, biology, and healthcare. Our interests include ML techniques in healthcare, including cancer biology, precision medicine, and medical imaging; generative models of genomes, molecules, proteins, and chemical reactions; and statistical genetics.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Doctoral Degree program in Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, Biomedical Engineering/Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Computational Biology, and other related STEM fields
Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
Please submit a research statement, with one paragraph describing your research interests and one paragraph describing your research aims for the summer program (e.g. areas or topics you would like to work on, group members you would like to work with). We suggest approximately 250 words per paragraph and no more than one page total (not including citations). Please upload this research statement as an attachment at time of application.
Please submit your application, including the required research statement, by 15 Dec 2026 for full consideration.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas.
Collaborate effectively with other researchers.
Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration.

Responsibilities

Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice.
Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world’s best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life.
Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides.
During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community.
Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer.