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Two SigmaNew York City, NYInternship

AI Research Scientist - Intern [2027 Summer]

Two Sigma seeks AI Research Scientist Interns for a 10-week summer program focused on applying machine learning and deep learning to financial data challenges. Candidates should be MS or PhD students with strong programming and research experience.

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Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop techniques and infrastructure for specific projects under team guidance.
  • Write code and use AI/ML tools to run experiments and analyze financial data.
  • Collaborate with team members to discuss approaches and results.
  • Improve understanding of financial data's impact on complex systems.
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Candidate Requirements

  • Pursuing MS with work experience or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or STEM.
  • Excellent Python programming skills; familiarity with Rust/Java is a plus.
  • Experience with TensorFlow and/or PyTorch deep learning frameworks.
  • Internship or coursework experience in Deep Learning, LLMs, or Reinforcement Learning.
  • Preferably experience with data pipelines handling large noisy datasets.
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Additional Qualifications

  • Understanding of basic statistics.
  • Experience with cloud computing and multi-machine setups.
  • Curiosity about financial data modeling in a collaborative environment.
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Compensation and Benefits

  • Weekly base pay: $5,000 (MS) to $5,500 (PhD) depending on degree.
  • Eligible for discretionary bonus, health, dental, wellness plans, and 401(k).
  • Compensation based on skills, qualifications, and experience.