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Loricus, Inc.

Support Engineer Intern

Independence, OH · On-site

The support engineer intern may also be asked to research new technologies or ways to optimize current tasks. The support engineer intern will also be expected to study for and complete examinations ...

Loricus

Support Engineer Intern

Independence, OH

The support engineer intern may also be asked to research new technologies or ways to optimize current tasks.The support engineer intern will also be expected to study for and complete examinations ...

Loricus, Inc.

Support Engineer Intern

Independence, OH · On-site

The support engineer intern may also be asked to research new technologies or ways to optimize current tasks. The support engineer intern will also be expected to study for and complete examinations ...

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Intern, Security Research Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site

$29 - $53.50/hr

Security Research Engineer Intern Job Code: 42765 Job Location:Herndon, VA Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday of * Apply ...

Cotiviti

Intern - Generative AI Research Engineer

$32 - $40/hr

Overview The Generative AI Research Engineer Intern conducts primary and secondary research of advanced and emerging healthcare informatics technology with a focus on Generative AI and emerging ...

Cotiviti

Intern - Generative AI Research Engineer

$32 - $40/hr

Overview The Generative AI Research Engineer Intern conducts primary and secondary research of advanced and emerging healthcare informatics technology with a focus on Generative AI and emerging ...

Cotiviti

Intern - Generative AI Research Engineer

$32 - $40/hr

Overview The Generative AI Research Engineer Intern conducts primary and secondary research of advanced and emerging healthcare informatics technology with a focus on Generative AI and emerging ...

Ad hoc Research

Software Engineer Intern

Plano, TX

Software Engineer Intern Position Overview: We are seeking talented and driven individuals to join ... Conduct research and stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in the relevant technology ...

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How much do research engineer intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for research engineer intern in the United States is $19.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a research engineer intern do?

A Research Engineer Intern assists in the development, testing, and analysis of new technologies, products, or processes under the guidance of senior engineers and researchers. Their work may involve conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, building prototypes, and documenting results. The role is typically hands-on and collaborative, offering interns the chance to apply theoretical knowledge from their studies to real-world engineering problems. Research Engineer Interns also gain valuable experience with industry tools and methodologies, and often contribute to ongoing research projects. This position is ideal for students or recent graduates seeking practical experience in engineering research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a research engineer intern?

To thrive as a Research Engineer Intern, you generally need a solid background in engineering principles, data analysis, and problem-solving, typically supported by progress toward a relevant STEM degree. Familiarity with technical tools such as MATLAB, Python, simulation software, and laboratory equipment is often required. Strong communication, initiative, and teamwork skills help interns effectively contribute to research projects and collaborate with senior engineers. These skills and qualities are crucial for applying theoretical knowledge to practical challenges and making meaningful contributions in a research-driven environment.

What types of projects can a research engineer intern expect to work on, and how much autonomy is typically given?

As a Research Engineer Intern, you can expect to work on a range of projects that may include developing prototypes, running experiments, or analyzing large datasets to support ongoing research initiatives. Interns often collaborate closely with experienced engineers and researchers, and while tasks may start with guidance, you’ll likely gain more autonomy as you demonstrate your abilities. Many organizations encourage interns to take ownership of a specific component or project deliverable, providing both mentorship and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to published research or product development.

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Infographic showing various Research Engineer Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,174 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Research Engineer Intern

Center for AI Safety

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time, Internship

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

About The Center for AI Safety (CAIS)
The Center for AI Safety (CAIS) is a leading research and advocacy organization focused on mitigating societal-scale risks from AI. Some of our past achievements include: releasing the most widely used measure of AI capabilities used by all major AI companies, running a large compute cluster to facilitate AI safety research which has been cited over 16,000 times, and publishing a global statement on AI Risk signed by Geoffrey Hinton, Yoshua Bengio and top AI CEOs.
The Role
As a research engineer intern here, you will work very closely with our researchers on projects in areas such as AI security, machine ethics, AI alignment, and benchmarking AI risks. We will assign you a dedicated mentor throughout your internship, but we will ultimately be treating you as a colleague. By this we mean, you will have the opportunity to debate for your own experiments or projects, and defend their impact. You will plan and run experiments, conduct code reviews, and work in a small team to create a publication with outsized impact. You will leverage our internal compute cluster to run experiments at scale on large language models.
This application is for the full-time fall internship position. Applicants must be enrolled in university to be considered. Applications are due by July 31, 2026.
What We're Looking For
  • Are a current student in machine learning or a related field. Exceptional candidates with a strong publication record may be considered regardless of degree level.
  • Have co-authored at least one paper published at a top ML conference venue (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, CVPR). Workshop papers are considered, though peer-reviewed conference publications are strongly preferred. Publications in journals such as IEEE or Springer Nature are typically given less weight.
  • Have a track record of empirical research in AI or ML, particularly in AI safety-relevant areas (e.g. adversarial robustness, calibration, benchmarking). We weight empirical research heavily; candidates with primarily theoretical backgrounds are generally not a strong fit.
  • Alternatively, have made meaningful research contributions at a leading AI lab.
  • Are able to read an ML paper, understand the key result, and understand how it fits into the broader literature.
  • Are comfortable setting up, launching, and debugging ML experiments.
  • Are familiar with relevant frameworks and libraries (e.g., PyTorch).
  • Communicate clearly and promptly with teammates.
  • Take ownership of your individual part in a project.

Stipend
$9,700 - $19,000, based on academic experience.
This internship is unpaid; however, CAIS provides the above stipend to assist with academic pursuits and living expenses. The stipend is subject to tax.
Referral Program
Know someone who could be a great fit for this role? Submit their details through our Referral Form. If we end up hiring your referral, you'll receive a $1,500 bonus once they've been with CAIS for 90 days.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Center for AI Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. In alignment with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact contact@safe.ai.
We value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

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