PhD Machine Learning Scientist Intern — Summer

As a machine learning scientist intern in Pay Pal’s Global Analytics & Data Science (GADS) organization, you will have an impact on Pay Pal’s products all around the world.

Our machine learning scientists work to better understand our end-users, identify opportunities, and improve our products by creating personal and smart experiences. Making use of Pay Pal’s endless amount of data, you will leverage your data and machine learning skills for the research and delivery of end-to-end ML solutions. If you are interested to be a Data Scientist/Machine learning and have sharp analytical skills and a passion for deriving new insights, solving unique challenges, leveraging machine learning algorithms, and working in a highly collaborative, values-driven environment – then Pay Pal’s GADS is looking for you.

In your role as a machine learning scientist, you will:

• Design, develop, implement, deploy, and monitor predictive models using machine learning techniques, including neural networks and tree-based models.
• Work with large volumes of data, including extracting insights and manipulating big data covering a wide range of information.
• Collaborate with other ML scientists and engineers to formulate innovative solutions, experiment, and implement advanced ML techniques to solve business problems.
• Clearly and effectively communicate complex concepts, analysis insights, and modeling results through creative visualization to stakeholders of varying technical levels.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in quantitative science or engineering field (Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, Mathematics, Operation Research, etc.).
• Strong understanding of the foundation of machine learning algorithms and statistical methods, including bagging, boosting, neural network, etc.
• Excellent analytical. problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and a great team player
• Previous research or practical experience in machine learning is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in languages used for querying, data processing, statistical analysis, model building, and monitoring, including Python, SQL (Big Query/Hive/Spark), and bash.
• Internship Program Information and Requirements:

• This is a Summer 2024
  
  Internship program. Spring and Fall 2024 internships are not available.
• Must currently be pursuing PhD degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Must be returning to school in the Fall of 2024.
• Must reside in the U.S. during the Summer internship program.
• Must be able to obtain authorization to work in the U.S. for the summer.

Additional

Job Description:

• Pay Pal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

• Actual compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

• The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit

• The U.S. national hourly pay range for this role is $21 to $55.

Subsidiary:
Pay Pal

Travel Percent: 0

Our Benefits:

At Pay Pal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit