UX Quantitative Research Intern (USA)

Pinterest • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

Pinterest is seeking an inquisitive, collaborative UX Quantitative Research Intern to bring statistical rigor to product decisions. The intern will partner with mentors and cross-functional colleagues in product, design, data, and engineering to develop surveys, model user attitudes alongside usage data, and communicate findings in compelling narratives. The role involves working on real projects and helping shape impactful, inclusive, and meaningful Pinterest experiences.

The intern will use data and exploratory analysis to understand user behavior and trends, identify product innovation opportunities, and inform Pinterest’s product roadmap. They will gather insights about Pinner, Merchant, Creator, and Advertiser sentiments and preferences through surveys, combine survey findings with log analysis, and communicate key insights to stakeholders.

The position is for current PhD students in statistics, psychology, sociology, applied sciences, computer science, or a related field who are expected to earn their PhD by June 2028. There are two internship date options: May 17–August 6, 2027, or June 14–September 3, 2027. Applicants must be based in the United States and legally authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in statistics, psychology, sociology, applied sciences, computer science, or a related field.
• Expected to obtain a PhD in statistics, psychology, sociology, applied sciences, computer science, or a related field by June 2028.
• Experience with survey methodology, including developing surveys and analyzing survey data.
• Demonstrated experience in descriptive, inferential, and multivariate statistics, and experimental design.
• Experience using Python, R, or SQL.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to tell a complete narrative using data.
• Ability to connect data analysis to real business problems and impact business performance.
• Currently legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Use data and exploratory analysis to understand user behavior and trends, identify opportunities for product innovation, and influence the product roadmap.
• Use survey methodologies and statistical or modeling approaches to investigate Pinner, Merchant, Creator, or Advertiser sentiments and preferences.
• Combine survey results with log analysis to explore the relationship between user attitudes and behaviors.
• Work cross-functionally to develop and communicate key insights.
• Collaborate with product managers, engineers, designers, and researchers to help build new Pinterest experiences.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree