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Microsoft · 15 hours ago

Research Intern - Security, Privacy and AI

Microsoft is a leading technology company offering dynamic research internships in various scientific fields. This Research Internship focuses on conducting threat modeling for LLM-enabled designs, developing security frameworks, and producing empirical validations within a 12-week period.

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Responsibilities

Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice
Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world’s best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life
Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides
During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community
Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer

Qualification

Applied CryptographySecurity ModelingFormal MethodsIdentity ManagementPrivacy TechnologiesArtificial IntelligenceCollaborationCommunication

Required

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics or a closely related field
Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager's Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship
You'll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples

Preferred

Candidates with a background in identity management and privacy such as privacy‑preserving authentication and authorization (for applications in agentic designs), scalable zero‑knowledge proofs, and related cryptographic primitives are especially well‑suited for this project
Demonstrated experience in applied cryptography, identity/authorization, privacy technologies, formal methods, security modeling, or adjacent areas
Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Ability to communicate research clearly and collaborate in a diverse team

Benefits

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.

Company

Microsoft

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H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Technology Venture Investors
2022-12-09Post Ipo Equity
1986-03-13IPO
1981-09-01Series Unknown· $1M

Leadership Team

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Satya Nadella
Chairman and CEO
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Vukani Mngxati
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