Microsoft
Research Intern - Data Systems
Redmond, WA · On-site · Internship · Posted Sep 25, 2026
- Education
- Accepted or currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science or related STEM field.
About the job
Conduct research on data systems with Microsoft researchers and engineers, advancing research innovations with potential real-world impact.
What you'll do
- Collaborate with mentors, researchers, and engineers on data systems research during a 12-week internship.
- Present findings and contribute to the research community.
What they ask for
- Accepted or currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
- Physically located at the manager’s Microsoft worksite for the internship.
- Submit at least two reference letters, a cover letter, and relevant work or research samples.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with data systems internals.
- Proficiency applying AI/Machine Learning technologies to data management problems.
Pay
USD $6,810 - $13,480 per month (base pay); USD $8,920 - $14,610 per month (base pay, San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area)
Tools
SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Microsoft Fabric, Dynamics 365, Microsoft Excel, Power Query
AI focus
Explore how users and AI agents can interact with data systems safely and efficiently; preferred qualification includes applying AI/Machine Learning to data management problems.
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