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2027 Applied Science Internship - Reinforcement Learning & Optimization (Machine Learning) - United States, PhD Student Science Recruiting

Amazon is hiring a 2027 Applied Science Internship - Reinforcement Learning & Optimization (Machine Learning) - United States, PhD Student Science Recruiting in Seattle, United States. It pays $136k a year and Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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  • Builds AI ●●●● is how Level rates this HR role: the job is building AI systems.
  • The listed pay starts 9% above the typical HR posting on Level.
  • Tools and skills the posting cites include PyTorch, JAX and Python.
  • Level classifies it as an internship.
  • Level lists 20,000+ other open roles at Amazon.

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Conduct applied research in reinforcement learning, optimization, and machine learning as a PhD intern at Amazon.

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Unlock the Future with Amazon Science!

Calling all visionary minds passionate about the transformative power of machine learning! Amazon is seeking boundary-pushing graduate student scientists who can turn revolutionary theory into awe-inspiring reality. Join our team of visionary scientists and embark on a journey to revolutionize the field by harnessing the power of cutting-edge techniques in bayesian optimization, time series, multi-armed bandits and more.

At Amazon, we don't just talk about innovation – we live and breathe it. You'll conducting research into the theory and application of deep reinforcement learning. You will work on some of the most difficult problems in the industry with some of the best product managers, scientists, and software engineers in the industry. You will propose and deploy solutions that will likely draw from a range of scientific areas such as supervised, semi-supervised and unsupervised learning, reinforcement learning, advanced statistical modeling, and graph models.

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 Machine Learning Applied Science Internships in, but not limited to Arlington, VA; Bellevue, WA; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Palo Alto, CA; San Diego, CA; Santa Clara, CA; Seattle, WA.

Key job responsibilities
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in: Optimization, Programming/Scripting Languages, Statistics, Reinforcement Learning, Causal Inference, Large Language Models, Time Series, Graph Modeling, Supervised/Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling

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 Reinforcement Learning and Optimization within Machine Learning. You will tackle challenging, groundbreaking research problems on production-scale data, with a focus on developing novel RL algorithms and applying them to complex, real-world challenges.

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
- Develop scalable, efficient, automated processes for large scale data analyses, model development, model validation and model implementation.
- Design, development and evaluation of highly innovative ML models for solving complex business problems.
- Research and apply the latest ML techniques and best practices from both academia and industry.
- Think about customers and how to improve the customer delivery experience.
- Use and analytical techniques to create scalable solutions for business problems.

Basic qualifications

- Are enrolled in a PhD
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
- Experience programming in Java, Python with PyTorch or JAX
- Experience with one or more of the following: Optimization, Programming/Scripting Languages, Statistics, Reinforcement Learning, Causal Inference, Large Language Models, Time Series, Graph Modeling, Supervised/Unsupervised Learning, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling
- Demonstrated science depth in a specific research area, evidenced through publications, thesis work, or equivalent contributions
- Must be available for full-time (40 hours per week) internship for the whole duration of the internship

Preferred qualifications

- Have publications at top-tier peer-reviewed conferences or journals
- Experience in state-of-the-art deep learning models architecture design and deep learning training and optimization and model pruning
- Experience implementing algorithms using modern RL and deep learning toolkits (e.g. PyTorch, JAX, Stable Baselines, RLlib, or custom RL frameworks)
- Experience with AI-assisted development tools to accelerate research, coding, or evaluation

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

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.



Seattle, WA, USA - 135,660.00 USD Annually

How we rate this

2027 Applied Science Internship - Reinforcement Learning & Optimization (Machine Learning) - 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.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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