Human Computer Interaction Research Scientist Intern: 2025

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Yorktown Heights

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Research
Intern

Human Computer Interaction Research Scientist Intern: 2025

Multiple Locations See All

Yorktown Heights

San Jose

Cambridge

Albany
Research
Intern

Introduction
Research Scientists are charting the future of Artificial Intelligence, creating breakthroughs in quantum computing, discovering how blockchain will reshape the enterprise, and much more. Join a team that is dedicated to applying science to some of today’s most complex challenges, whether it’s discovering a new way for doctors to help patients, teaming with environmentalists to clean up our waterways or enabling retailers to personalize customer service.

Your Role and Responsibilities

This is for a 2025 summer internship with the following start dates: May – August or June – September for quarter system schools.

We are currently seeking a motivated intern specializing in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) to join our team. This internship provides the opportunity to collaborate closely with researchers in the design, implementation, and evaluation of tools and frameworks that enhance the traceability and accountability of data practices essential for the responsible development of AI technologies. The successful candidate will focus on topics at the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction, Critical Data Studies, and Responsible AI. Your responsibilities will include assisting in the design and execution of interviews, literature reviews, user studies, and experiments to critically examine the sociotechnical data practices involved in the implementation and deployment of AI systems.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Applicants should be PhD & MS students pursuing graduate studies.
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Information Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Centered Computing, or a related field.
Demonstrated understanding of HCI principles and research methodologies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

Knowledge of critical data studies and their implications for technology and user interaction.
Previous research experience or academic publications in relevant areas.

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Supplemental 1 employees may be eligible for up to 8 paid holidays, minimum of 56 hours paid sick time and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. offers paid family medical leave and disability benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law. The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year. This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

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