Machine Learning Manager Internships
Machine learning manager internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working ML practitioners, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Science & Research, with TikTok, PlusAI, and Tesla among the employers posting roles now.
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Our 10-week internship is your chance to experience life as a Quant Researcher at IMC. You will work alongside your mentor to explore new research ideas and build custom analysis tools that may be deployed into production. Throughout the summer, there will be opportunities to enhance your knowledge of options theory, market making, algorithm complexity and trades analysis. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full time Graduate Researcher position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!
- Team up with Quant Researchers to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
- Enhance your understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction
- Develop your research skills with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
- Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
- Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
- Attend a full-schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees
- Current university student pursuing an advanced degree such as a PhD in an applied technical field such as Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Statistics, or Mathematics and graduating between September 2027 – July 2028
- Direct experience in applying deep learning, or alternatively an academic track record of publications in a related domain
- Has a passion for research and solving complex problems
- A creative thinker who is driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition
- Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired
- Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027
Our 10-week internship is your chance to experience life as a Quant Researcher at IMC. You will work alongside your mentor to explore new research ideas and build custom analysis tools that may be deployed into production. Throughout the summer, there will be opportunities to enhance your knowledge of options theory, market making, algorithm complexity and trades analysis. We provide a highly competitive compensation package with accommodations included. The bar for talent at IMC is high and interns who meet our performance expectations will have the opportunity to secure a full time Graduate Researcher position at the end of the program. Where you go from here is up to you!
- Team up with Quant Researchers to work on real projects that have potential to impact our business
- Enhance your understanding of options theory through classroom-based instruction
- Develop your research skills with support and feedback from a dedicated mentor and intern lead
- Build valuable connections in an environment that recognizes and rewards problem solving, innovation and teamwork
- Engage in professional development sessions aimed at helping you envision your future at IMC
- Attend a full-schedule of events and social activities to get to know your cohort and current employees
- Current university student pursuing an advanced degree such as a PhD in an applied technical field such as Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics, Statistics, or Mathematics and graduating between September 2027 – July 2028
- Direct experience in applying deep learning, or alternatively an academic track record of publications in a related domain
- Has a passion for research and solving complex problems
- A creative thinker who is driven, resilient, and eager to develop trading intuition
- Experience in a programming language (Python, C, C++) is highly desired
- Must be able to start internship in-person on June 7, 2027
Machine Learning Manager Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- TikTok31
- PlusAI5
- Tesla3
- PathAI3
- ByteDance3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software42
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals4
- Science & Research3
- Artificial Intelligence3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
Tips for Your Machine Learning Manager Internship Search
Apply in fall for the following summer
Large employers open summer machine learning manager internship applications as early as August or September, months before the role starts. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check back regularly. Getting your application in during the first wave puts you ahead of candidates who wait until spring.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for machine learning manager interns have limited work history to review, so your project portfolio is the primary signal. Document two or three complete ML projects in a public code repository, explain the problem you solved, the tools and frameworks you used, and the outcome. A linked, readable repository does more than a list of skills on a resume.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured cohort programs tied to your university, and professors and career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller programs alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and catches openings that never appear at university events.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Machine learning manager intern interviews typically include a coding screen on data structures and algorithms, a case or product-sense conversation, or a technical take-home involving model design or evaluation. Practice by talking through your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at an answer silently. Interviewers weigh how you think as much as the final result.
Target structured internship programs early
Larger employers run dedicated rotational and university cohort programs designed to train people new to machine learning management. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often offer structured mentorship and project rotations that are hard to find in a general internship. Identify the ones that fit your background and apply in the first recruiting wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 80% of the machine learning manager internships listed here. Decide what you can actually commit to before you start reviewing listings. Filtering by work type and location at the start saves time and keeps you focused on roles you can take, rather than sorting through openings after you are already interested.
Machine Learning Manager Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a machine learning manager internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For machine learning manager candidates, a linked GitHub repository with documented ML projects gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a machine learning manager internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For machine learning manager interns, what actually drives it is the quality of your work on real projects, the team's headcount at return-offer time, and how early you signal interest. Perform well, ask your manager about the timeline, and plan your job search independently so you are not counting on one outcome.
When should I apply for machine learning manager internships?
Earlier than most candidates expect. Large employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, meaning applications for June start dates open as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking regularly and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best shot at structured cohorts that fill on a rolling basis.
Are machine learning manager internships paid?
Most professional machine learning manager internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show it where the employer discloses it. Unpaid internships exist but are far less common in technical fields. Review each listing for compensation details before applying.
What should a machine learning manager internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, frameworks, and methods you used, along with a link to the code repository or published analysis so reviewers can verify the work. Add relevant coursework in machine learning, statistics, and systems. Keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote machine learning manager internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 20% of the machine learning manager internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they attract a national applicant pool, so apply early. Use the work-type filter to see only the format you can commit to before sorting through listings.
Can international students get machine learning manager internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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