2027 Applied Science Internship - Gen AI & Large Language Models - United States, PhD Student Science Recruiting

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Develop and implement novel algorithms and scalable modeling techniques for large language models and generative AI as an intern.

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Revolutionize the Future of AI at the Frontier of Applied Science

Are you a brilliant mind seeking to push the boundaries of what's possible with artificial intelligence? Join our elite team of researchers and engineers at the forefront of applied science, where we're harnessing the latest advancements in natural language processing, deep learning, and generative AI to reshape industries and unlock new realms of innovation.

As an Applied Science Intern, you'll have the unique opportunity to work alongside world-renowned experts, gaining invaluable hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies such as large language models, transformers, and neural networks. You'll dive deep into complex challenges, fine-tuning state-of-the-art models, developing novel algorithms for named entity recognition, and exploring the vast potential of generative AI.

This internship is not just about executing tasks – it's about being a driving force behind groundbreaking discoveries. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, leveraging your expertise in statistics, recommender systems, and question answering to tackle real-world problems and deliver impactful solutions.

Throughout your journey, you'll have access to unparalleled resources, including state-of-the-art computing infrastructure, cutting-edge research papers, and mentorship from industry luminaries. This immersive experience will not only sharpen your technical skills but also cultivate your ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where bold ideas are celebrated.

Join us at the forefront of applied science, where your contributions will shape the future of AI and propel humanity forward. Seize this extraordinary opportunity to learn, grow, and leave an indelible mark on the world of technology.

Amazon has positions available for LLM & GenAI Applied Science Internships in, but not limited to, Bellevue, WA; Boston, MA; Cambridge, MA; New York, NY; Santa Clara, CA; Seattle, WA; Sunnyvale, CA; Pittsburgh, PA.

Key job responsibilities
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in: LLMs, NLP/NLU, Gen AI, Transformers, Fine-Tuning, Recommendation Systems, Deep Learning, NER, Statistics, Neural Networks, Question Answering.

In this role, you will work alongside global experts to develop and implement novel, scalable algorithms and modeling techniques that advance the state-of-the-art in areas at the intersection of LLMs and GenAI. You will tackle challenging, groundbreaking research problems on production-scale data, with a focus on recommendation systems, question answering, deep learning and generative AI.

The ideal candidate should possess the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and cross-functional teams to solve complex business problems and to communicate research findings clearly. A successful candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Leverage AI-powered tools where applicable to accelerate research, experimentation, and prototyping. Critically review and validate outputs from AI tools and automated systems.

A day in the life
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges in natural language processing, computer vision, and generative AI.
- Fine-tune state-of-the-art models and develop novel algorithms to push the boundaries of what's possible.
- Explore the vast potential of generative AI and its applications across industries.
- Attend cutting-edge research seminars and engage in thought-provoking discussions with industry luminaries.
- Leverage state-of-the-art computing infrastructure and access to the latest research papers to fuel your innovation.
- Present your groundbreaking work and insights to the team, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and continuous learning.

Basic qualifications

- Are enrolled in a PhD
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
- Experience programming in Java, Python ,PyTorch or JAX
- Must be available for full-time (40 hours per week) internship for the whole duration of the internship
- Demonstrated science depth in a specific research area, evidenced through publications, thesis work, or equivalent contributions

Preferred qualifications

- Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
- Experience in building models for business application

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The starting pay for this position is listed below. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at https://hiring.amazon.com/why-amazon/benefits.

Boston, MA, USA - 135,660.00 USD Annually
New York City, NY, USA - 156,910.00 USD Annually
Pittsburgh, PA, USA - 135,660.00 USD Annually
Santa Clara, CA, USA - 156,060.00 USD Annually
Seattle, WA, USA - 135,660.00 USD Annually
Sunnyvale, CA, USA - 156,060.00 USD Annually

How we rate this

2027 Applied Science Internship - Gen AI & Large Language Models - United States, PhD Student Science Recruiting at Amazon rates 95 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Builds AI (AI Level 4 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Builds AI. The job is building AI systems.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Open the description and count.

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Fine TuningComputer VisionNLPGenerative AILarge Language ModelsDeep LearningPyTorchJax

Questions you could be asked

Walk me through fine-tuning a model: what data did you use, and how did you check the result?
Walk me through a computer vision problem you solved, from raw data to a deployed model.
What NLP problem have you worked on, and how did you measure whether it actually worked?
Tell me about a project where generative ai was part of your work. What did you do?
Tell me about a project where large language models was part of your work. What did you do?

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List these exact terms on your resume: Fine Tuning, Computer Vision, NLP, Generative AI, and Large Language Models. An applicant tracking system matches the wording, not the idea.
Attach one line of real, concrete experience to at least one of them — a tool named with nothing behind it rarely survives a human read.
Lead with what you built, trained or shipped — this role is judged on the AI system itself, not the tools around it.

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