Research Intern - Applied Research Scientist in Software Engineering

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.

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.

We are hiring a Research Intern to work on the Engineering Systems team for Office - one of the largest code bases in the world! This internship will have you using a mixed methods approach to study the experience of thousands of engineers and change it for the better. You will be working on a product team with Researchers, Product Managers (PMs) and Data Scientists and will also have opportunities to work with Researchers, PMs and Engineers on teams from across Microsoft. This role will be a great opportunity to meet people from around Microsoft and study software engineering in practice.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
• At least 1 year of experience in software engineering research.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
• In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualitative research experience, such as ethnographic studies, surveys, coding text responses, etc.
• Software development skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to tackle open-ended and broad questions.
• Proficient technical skills (for example, installing software, working with virtual machines, installing different coding environments, etc).
• Ability to follow written directions and seek help independently.
• Comfort handling ambiguous problems.
  
  

The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,550 - $12,880 per month. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $8,480 - $13,920 per month.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay%C2%A0)

Microsoft accepts applications and processes offers for these roles on an ongoing basis.

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