Microsoft Research Intern - Azure – Systems 

United States, Washington 

960441968

is a research group that brings forward-looking systems research directly into the core of Azure. The group originated from the at for a closer integration with Azure.

Current projects for which we are seeking PhD Research Interns include, but are not limited to, memory disaggregation and oversubscription, efficient graphics processing units (GPU)/large language model (LLM) deployments, power efficiency and sustainability from the node to the datacenter levels, artificial intelligence for IT operations (AIOps) and serverless computing.

You will have access to real problems for which the solutions have significant impact; code, datasets and workloads from large deployments of real systems; and the possibility to prototype, evaluate and deploy solutions. Research Interns are expected to clearly document and communicate their ideas and given suitable results, contribute to research publications. Research Interns are also encouraged to show initiative throughout the internship and suggest further directions for research.

We strongly believe in building and fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We practice open communication and respectful dialogue. We support multiple social and career building opportunities in our research internship program.

• (i) Currently enrolled in a master’s, or PhD program in Computer Science or related STEM field,

  OR

  (ii) Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Computer Science or related STEM field and have at least 1 year of experience in conducting research, evidenced by a peer-reviewed publication (as a co-author).

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.

• Demonstrated ability to develop original research agendas.
• Ablilty to collaborate effectively with other researchers and product development teams.
• Proficient interpersonal skills, cross-group, and cross-culture collaboration.
• Ability to think unconventionally to derive creative and innovative solutions.

Applied Sciences IC2 : The base pay range for this internship is USD $5,460 -$10,680 per month.Applied Sciences IC3 : The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,550 -$12,880 per month.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

Research Interns are also expected to:

• Engage early with their mentors to clearly formulate a plan of work for the 12 weeks of the Research Internship.
• Clearly and frequently document and communicate their progress, making adjustments to the plan as the project evolves.
• Participate in relevant meetings, and in relevant activities with other Research Interns.
• Show initiative throughout the Research Internship.