(Fall 2026) Annapurna Labs at AWS Internship (US) - Machine Learning Systems & Silicon Innovation
About the team
At Annapurna Labs, our internship program is built on a foundation of meaningful work and genuine mentorship. You'll be part of a diverse cohort of interns from universities nationwide, each bringing unique perspectives to our mission of accelerating AI innovation. What sets us apart? Many of our senior engineers began their careers as interns here, creating a culture where mentorship isn't just a program - it's part of our DNA. Your experience will blend hands-on technical work with opportunities to connect with fellow interns through team events, tech talks, and social activities. We're proud that many of our interns return as full-time engineers, continuing to push the boundaries of what's possible in AI acceleration.
Basic Qualifications
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
- Must be enrolled in a full-time degree program at time of application and returning to school after the internship
- Programming experience in C, C++, Python, or similar languages
- Experience in two or more of the following areas: 1. Systems programming or low-level software development 2. Compiler design or optimization 3. Machine learning frameworks (PyTorch, JAX, TensorFlow) 4. Distributed systems or parallel computing 5. Performance analysis and optimization 6. Hardware design (RTL, Verilog, FPGA development)
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous internship, research, or project experience in hardware/software co-design, ML systems, or computer architecture
- Contributions to open-source projects or research publications
- Completed or currently enrolled in coursework covering machine learning, parallel computing, computer architecture and/or compiler construction
Pay
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Final starting pay will be based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.
- USA, CA, Cupertino - 127,100.00 - 185,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, AUSTIN - 110,500.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
- USA, TX, Austin - 110,500.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, SEATTLE - 110,500.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
- USA, WA, Seattle - 110,500.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually