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Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences. We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.
We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Adobe is looking for a Machine Learning intern who will apply AI and machine learning techniques to big-data problems to help Adobe better understand, lead and optimize the experience of its customers.
By using predictive models, experimental design methods, and optimization techniques, the candidate will be working on the research and development of exciting projects like real-time online media optimization, sales operation analytics, customer churn scoring and management, customer understanding, product recommendation and customer lifetime value prediction.
All 2026 Adobe interns will be co-located hybrid. This means that interns will work between their assigned office and home. Interns will be based in the office where their manager and/or team are located, where they will get the most support to ensure collaboration and the best employee experience. Managers and their organization will determine the frequency they need to go into the office to meet priorities.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
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Develop predictive models on large-scale datasets to address various business problems with statistical modeling, machine learning, and analytics techniques.
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Develop and implement scalable, efficient, and interpretable modeling algorithms that can work with large-scale data in production systems.
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Collaborate with product management and engineering groups to develop new products and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
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Currently enrolled full time and pursuing a Bachelors, Master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering; or equivalent experience required with an expected graduation date of December 2026 – June 2027.
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Good understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, deep learning, or data analytics concepts.
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Proficient in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java and C.
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Familiar with one or more machine learning or statistical modeling tools such as R, Matlab and scikit learn.
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Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving ability.
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Excellent communication, relationship skills and a team player.
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Ability to participate in a full-time internship between May-September.
ABOUT ADOBE
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.
Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.
Let’s Adobe together
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more.
Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
AI USE GUIDELINES FOR INTERVIEWS:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.
At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.
EXPECTED PAY RANGE: Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $45.00 -- $55.00 hourly. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay rate for your job location during the hiring process.
STATE-SPECIFIC NOTICES:
California:
Fair Chance Ordinances
Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado:
Application Window Notice
If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.
Massachusetts:
Massachusetts Legal Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
INTRODUCTION
Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences. We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.
We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Adobe is looking for a Machine Learning intern who will apply AI and machine learning techniques to big-data problems to help Adobe better understand, lead and optimize the experience of its customers.
By using predictive models, experimental design methods, and optimization techniques, the candidate will be working on the research and development of exciting projects like real-time online media optimization, sales operation analytics, customer churn scoring and management, customer understanding, product recommendation and customer lifetime value prediction.
All 2026 Adobe interns will be co-located hybrid. This means that interns will work between their assigned office and home. Interns will be based in the office where their manager and/or team are located, where they will get the most support to ensure collaboration and the best employee experience. Managers and their organization will determine the frequency they need to go into the office to meet priorities.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
-
Develop predictive models on large-scale datasets to address various business problems with statistical modeling, machine learning, and analytics techniques.
-
Develop and implement scalable, efficient, and interpretable modeling algorithms that can work with large-scale data in production systems.
-
Collaborate with product management and engineering groups to develop new products and features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED
-
Currently enrolled full time and pursuing a Bachelors, Master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering; or equivalent experience required with an expected graduation date of December 2026 – June 2027.
-
Good understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, deep learning, or data analytics concepts.
-
Proficient in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java and C.
-
Familiar with one or more machine learning or statistical modeling tools such as R, Matlab and scikit learn.
-
Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving ability.
-
Excellent communication, relationship skills and a team player.
-
Ability to participate in a full-time internship between May-September.
ABOUT ADOBE
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.
Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.
Let’s Adobe together
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more.
Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
AI USE GUIDELINES FOR INTERVIEWS:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.
At Adobe, we empower employees to innovate with AI — and we look for candidates eager to do the same. As part of the hiring experience, we provide clear guidance on where AI is encouraged during the process and where it’s restricted during live interviews. See how we think about AI in the hiring experience.
EXPECTED PAY RANGE: Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $45.00 -- $55.00 hourly. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay rate for your job location during the hiring process.
STATE-SPECIFIC NOTICES:
California:
Fair Chance Ordinances
Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado:
Application Window Notice
If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.
Massachusetts:
Massachusetts Legal Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an AI ML Intern
Target employers with a STEM sponsorship track record
Search OFLC disclosure data to find companies that have previously filed H-1B visa petitions for machine learning and AI roles. Employers already familiar with the process are far less likely to reject your application over OPT status concerns.
Confirm your internship qualifies for STEM OPT extension
AI and ML internships typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, but only if the role is directly related to your CIP code. Verify this with your DSO before accepting an offer to avoid gaps in work authorization later.
Apply before your OPT start date whenever possible
Many employers want interns available immediately. If your EAD card isn't in hand yet, be transparent about your start date. Applying three to four months out gives you enough lead time to align your authorization window with the internship timeline.
Lead with your technical skills, not your visa status
Recruiters filter on skills first. Emphasize your Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, or research experience upfront. Once you have an interview, address OPT directly and concisely. Burying the lede on visa status signals insecurity about something employers don't see as a barrier.
Ask about the e-verify status of the employer early
STEM OPT employers are legally required to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirming this before you invest time in the interview process protects you from an offer you ultimately cannot accept. Most large tech employers are already enrolled.
Use your internship to build an H-1B case from day one
Document your contributions, tools used, and project outcomes throughout the internship. Strong performance records and a clear specialty occupation argument make converting your internship into an H-1B sponsorship significantly more straightforward when the time comes.
AI ML Intern OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an AI ML Intern on OPT?
Yes. AI and ML internships are squarely within the STEM fields that qualify for OPT work authorization. If your degree is in computer science, data science, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field, the role almost certainly aligns with your CIP code. Confirm with your DSO that the specific internship duties match your field of study before accepting the offer.
Do AI ML Intern roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most do, but qualification depends on two things: your degree's CIP code must be on the STEM designated degree program list, and the internship must be directly related to that field. AI and ML roles generally satisfy both conditions for students with degrees in computer science, statistics, or engineering. Your DSO makes the final determination, so loop them in early.
How do I find AI ML Intern roles where employers are open to OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters job listings to surface employers who are open to sponsoring international talent. Browsing AI and ML intern listings on Migrate Mate saves significant time compared to filtering through general job boards where OPT-friendly roles are not labeled. You can search by role type and see sponsorship-relevant details upfront.
What happens to my OPT if the AI ML internship ends early or is terminated?
If your internship ends before your OPT authorization period expires, you have a 90-day unemployment buffer on standard OPT. On STEM OPT extension, the buffer is 150 days total across the extension period. You are not required to find a new position immediately, but you should notify your DSO within ten days of the employment change and begin searching as soon as possible.
Will an AI ML internship count toward H-1B specialty occupation requirements later?
Yes. Documented internship experience in machine learning or artificial intelligence strengthens a future H-1B petition by demonstrating a track record of performing specialty occupation work. Employers filing an H-1B on your behalf can reference your internship duties as evidence that the role requires a degree in a specific technical field. Keep records of your projects, tools, and responsibilities throughout the internship.