Meta
Research Scientist Intern, Optimization, Privacy and Inference (PhD)
Found: March 14, 2026
This internship is designed for candidates pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Operations Research, or a related field.
Compensation:
$7,650/month to $12,134/month + benefits
Responsibilities:
- Answer important product and business questions using scientific methodologies.
- Synthesize insights from academic literature to enhance Meta’s products.
- Engage diverse audiences on technical topics through effective communication.
- Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and product teams to create value for Meta’s community.
- Identify new areas for scientific insights to drive product improvements.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a PhD in a relevant technical field.
- Expertise in empirical research and data analysis.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or C++.
- Experience with machine learning frameworks like PyTorch or scikit-learn.
- Strong interpersonal skills for cross-group collaboration.