Research Intern - Security Research Group
Microsoft · Redmond, WA · Applied Sciences
About this role
Microsoft is hiring a intern-level Research Scientist in the machine learning function based in Redmond, WA. The posting calls out experience with Distributed Systems, Cloud Computing.
- Role
- Research Scientist
- Function
- machine learning
- Level
- intern
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- Internship
- Location
- Redmond, WA
- Department
- Applied Sciences
- Posted
- Jan 23, 2026
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Job description
from Microsoft careersResearch 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.
The Security Research Group at Microsoft Research Redmond works on a variety of areas to ensure computer systems are secure and trustworthy. Their current work investigates systems that leverage general software/systems security, confidential computing, formal verification, zero-knowledge proofs, intrusion detection, anomaly detection, and information flow control. The Research Internship will explore new ideas and approaches to building secure and trustworthy software and cloud services.
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.