Research Intern - Audio and Acoustics

About the role

Overview 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. The Audio and Acoustics Research Group has several openings focused on generative audio, AI for audio, speech enhancement, spatial audio, and audio devices for communication and interaction. The group regularly publishes its research in scientific conferences and journals, and its technologies have contributed to numerous Microsoft products, including Kinect for Xbox, Microsoft HoloLens, and Teams. You can learn more about the group at: Microsoft Audio and Acoustics Research Group.

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.
• Summer Research Interns in the Audio and Acoustics Research Group work on well-defined projects that encourage open exploration and collaboration, guided by dedicated mentors.
• The Research Internship concludes with a final presentation open to all Microsoft employees and, ideally, results in a peer-reviewed scientific publication.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Doctorate Degree program in Computer Science or a related STEM field.
• Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
• Submit a minimum of two reference letters, a cover letter, and any relevant work or research samples.
• Preferred: 1+ year(s) experience processing audio, video, multimedia, or other types of signals.
• Preferred: Experience with AI and machine learning for processing audio and related sensor data.
• Preferred: Experience implementing algorithms in practical systems.
• Preferred: Hands-on system design and implementation skills, particularly in real-time data processing.
• Preferred: Coding skills in Python, C/C++, or MATLAB.

Pay

The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,810 - $13,480 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 $8,920 - $14,610 per month. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: Microsoft intern pay page.

Schedule

Research internships are 12 weeks in duration and are offered year‑round, though they typically begin in the summer. Interns are paired with mentors, collaborate with other interns and researchers, present findings, and the internship concludes with a final presentation open to all Microsoft employees.