Research Intern (Summer 2027), ML and Security

About the role

• Developing an original research agenda and contributing to ongoing collaborations
• Designing Trustworthy Large Language Models Through Explainability and Interpretability
• Publishing papers, filing patents, and presenting results at industry and academic conferences
• Communicating with subject matter experts at all Seagate worldwide sites
• Evaluating emerging approaches for explainability, interpretability, and trustworthy large language models.
• Providing guidance for future Seagate products

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and modern AI techniques.
• Strong understanding of large language models (LLMs) and foundation models.
• Interest in explainability, interpretability, trustworthy AI, representation learning, and model behavior analysis.
• You are looking for an opportunity that allows you to learn and grow as a researcher, and one that encourages you to be hands-on a project from genesis to completion.
• You’re an effective communicator of both technical details and high-level concepts, especially to those outside your field.

Requirements

• Research/Publication record in Machine Learning or a related field.
• Programming experience (e.g. Python)
• PhD or equivalent education and experience in the field of Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field and must be enrolled in Fall 2027 classes.

Pay

The estimated base wage range for this position is $29-$45/hr. The individual base wage is based on work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits

Seagate offers comprehensive benefits to its eligible Interns, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and participation in the employee stock purchase plan. Seagate also offers Interns 12 paid holidays and a minimum of 48 hours of paid sick leave.

Schedule

The benefits for this position are based on a 24 to 40-hour-per-week schedule for a full calendar year and may differ depending on work location and tenure with the Company.

Location: Shakopee, United States (Seagate Shakopee campus, 25 minutes southwest of Minneapolis).