Entry Level Applied Scientist Jobs
New grad applied scientist jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site and hybrid roles across Technology & Software, Education, and Retail, with employers like TikTok, Amazon, and Keck Graduate Institute hiring at this level now.
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Applied Machine Learning Intern
WaveWorks is building applied AI systems for real-world industrial environments. We are seeking a hands-on Applied Machine Learning Intern to work directly on live deployment data, develop modeling approaches, and take ownership of analysis for an active site.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Process, clean, and structure large-scale audio/time-series datasets
- Align data with ground truth and validate data quality
- Develop and evaluate modeling approaches for predictive maintenance
- Design and run structured experiments, analyze results, and document findings
- Improve data workflows and evaluation pipelines
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Science, or related field
- Strong Python skills
- Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn)
- Comfortable working with real-world, noisy datasets
- Strong analytical and documentation skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MS or PhD candidate in a relevant technical field
- Experience with audio processing or time-series feature engineering
- Familiarity with anomaly detection
- Exposure to signal processing concepts (FFT, spectrograms, filtering)
- Experience designing and evaluating structured ML experiments
- Self-driven and comfortable operating in an early-stage environment
WaveWorks is committed to a friendly and welcoming working environment. WaveWorks does not discriminate based on race, gender, age, religious affiliation, or any other legally protected status.
WaveWorks is located in downtown Seattle, Washington.
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Who's Hiring
- TikTok19
- Amazon14
- Keck Graduate Institute14
- Distyl11

- Amazon Web Services7
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- Technology & Software96
- Education23
- Retail16
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals16
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces16
Entry Level Applied Scientist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level applied scientist job?
Focus on building a portfolio that demonstrates applied work: published models, Kaggle competition results, research projects, or a strong graduate thesis. Employers at this level look for hands-on evidence that you can frame a problem, run experiments, and interpret results. Internship experience in machine learning, data science, or research engineering gives you a significant edge over candidates with coursework alone.
Which companies hire entry level applied scientists?
Companies hiring entry level applied scientists right now include TikTok, Amazon, and Keck Graduate Institute, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of technology companies, large retail and e-commerce platforms, and research-driven enterprises that maintain dedicated applied science or machine learning teams.
Are there remote entry level applied scientist jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level roles still expect some in-person collaboration. About 20% of entry level applied scientist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, making it a realistic option for candidates who need flexibility or are relocating after graduation.
Are these new grad applied scientist jobs?
Yes. Many listings on this page are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience and treats internships, research assistantships, or a strong independent portfolio as equivalent to full-time work history.
Which industries hire the most entry level applied scientists?
Entry Level applied scientist roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run large-scale data and modeling infrastructure that requires a steady pipeline of junior talent to execute experiments and ship production models.