Student Researcher, PhD, Winter​/Summer

Student Researcher, PhD, Winter/Summer 2026 About the job

The Student Researcher Program fosters academic collaborations by hiring students onto research projects aligned to company priorities in scientific advancement. The program offers placements on teams across Google, for research, engineering, and science roles. As a Student Researcher, you will have the opportunity to participate in research projects focused on developing solutions for real‑world, large‑scale problems.

Student Researcher projects are exploratory and experiences that drive scientific advancement across a multitude of research areas. Students will work collaboratively on projects that explore innovative research challenges and support the creation of breakthrough technologies.

Projects vary in duration and location based on team and student requirements. It is required that you are located in one of the specific country locations identified for this role for the full duration of the engagement. When you apply, you will be considered for Student Researcher positions across all of Google's research teams including Google Deep Mind, Google Research, Google Cloud and more.

This allows us to find the right project match for your skills and interests.

• Participate in research to develop solutions for real‑world, large‑scale problems.

• Currently enrolled in a PhD degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Experience in one area of computer science (e.g., Natural Language Understanding, Human–Computer Interaction, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or similar areas).
• English proficiency is required.

• Currently enrolled in a full‑time degree program and returning to the program after completing the internship.
• Currently attending a degree program in the United States.
• Experience as a researcher, including internships, full‑time positions, or work at a lab.
• Experience contributing to research communities or efforts, including publishing papers in major conferences or journals.

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (increased to 69 hours/year for Seattle) including 5 discretionary sick days per instance
• Maternity Leave (Short‑Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28‑30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $118,000-$157,000. The range is determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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