Research Fellow (Start ASAP)

About Microsoft

Microsoft develops, manufactures, and licenses computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and services. Its best-known software products are the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite of productivity software, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers.

Your role

As an intern, you will have the following responsibilities:

RFs spend 1 to 2 years at MSR India. Different projects require a different combination of skills. Current and past RFs have worked on:

• Solving deep theoretical problems
• Pushing the boundaries of AI
• Designing new programming languages
• Designing and implementing security protocols at scale
• Fieldwork in rural India
• Increasing the inclusivity of large language models
• Research on fairness and ethics in AI
• Designing and building large-scale software systems and networks
• Regardless, they all consistently aim to create academic, industrial, and societal impact

Training & development

Their growth mindset culture begins with valuing learning seeking out new ideas, embracing challenges, learning from failure, and improving over time. To support this culture, they offer a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. They believe training can be more than formal instruction, and their philosophy focuses on providing the right learning, at the right time, and in the right way. Opportunities include:

• Personalized, integrated, and relevant views of all learning opportunities on Microsoft Learning and LinkedIn Learning.
• In-the-classroom learning and sharing with learner boards.
• On-the-job “stretch” opportunities for advancement.
• Frequent promotion opportunities.
• Coaching on career development through ongoing manager connections.
• Customized manager training to enhance coaching and mentoring skills.

Benefits

For this position, you will receive a salary range of ₹14L-₹17L per year and benefits:

• Industry-leading healthcare
• Educational resources
• Discounts on products and services
• Savings and investments
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Generous time away
• Giving programs
• Opportunities to network and connect

Career Progression

At Microsoft, Interns work on real-world projects in collaboration with teams across the world, while having fun along the way. You’ll be empowered to build community, explore your passions , and achieve your goals.

Work-life balance

Microsoft offers lots of flexibility, and good work-life balance, positive and inclusive work culture. According to the Ambition box, work-life balance at Microsoft is rated at 4.2 out of 5. Work days are usually from Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings). They also promote a hybrid work culture for this position which includes up to 50% work from home.

Culture & vibe

One of Microsoft's most prominent cultures is its "competition" culture. This refers to how Microsoft employees often work with other companies to develop new technologies or products and then compete with those companies by using those new products in their businesses.

About You

To apply for this position, the candidate must have the following criteria:

• Candidates should have completed their Bachelor’s (BE/BTech/BS) or Master’s degree (ME/MTech/MS) in Computer Science (or related areas).
• Microsoft evaluates candidates on a combination of factors including academic performance, raw smarts, development skills, and passion for research and software development. 

How to apply

Application Procedure:

Apply with your resume and at least one letter of recommendation. You must also fill out the RF Interest Form at this link: https://forms.office.com/r/3S7kr4gre4. This form allows the company to gather your interests so that they can match your application to appropriate projects within MSR. Once you have finished the application process you should see the option to add recommenders in the Action Center. They will then be sent an automated email with a link to upload their recommendation letters.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• careers.microsoft.com
• youtube.com