Two Sigma · 2 weeks ago
AI Research Scientist - Internship [2026 Summer]
New York, United States
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$5,000/wk - $5,500/wk
Start in 2026 SummerTwo Sigma is a financial sciences company that combines data analysis, invention, and rigorous inquiry to tackle complex challenges in investment management. The role of AI Research Scientist - Internship involves developing techniques for machine learning applications, particularly in financial data analysis, while collaborating with experienced team members.
Big DataMachine LearningSoftware
Responsibilities
Develop effective techniques and/or infrastructure for a specific project/idea under guidance of an experienced member of the team over a time of roughly 10 weeks during the summer
In our research environment, you will write code, use the latest AI and machine learning tools, run experiments, discuss approaches and results with others, and generally develop techniques and processes to help improve our understanding of how financial data influences the world around us
Qualification
Required
Working towards a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or other STEM field, preferably in a PhD program, or in a Master's program with some prior work experience
Excellent programming skills in Python (familiarity with Rust/Java is a plus) and deep knowledge of Tensorflow and/or PyTorch
Internships/work/course experience using Deep Learning, LLMs and/or Reinforcement Learning
Understanding of basic statistics
Experience with cloud computing environments and multi-machine setups
Curiosity and interest in learning about financial data modeling in a collaborative environment
Preferred
Preferably practical experience writing and using data pipelines to handle large amounts of noisy data for machine learning problems
Preferably some relevant research experience (that may have led to publications at NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR or similar)
Benefits
Discretionary bonus
Health
Dental and other wellness plans
401(k) contributions
Company
Two Sigma
Two Sigma's technology-driven team streamlines the use of machine learning, distributed computing and research to guide its endeavors.
Founded in 2001
1001-5000 employees
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