Google has opened applications for the Student Researcher Program that fosters academic collaborations by hiring students for research projects aligned with company priorities in scientific advancement.
These paid positions provide a flexible and dynamic alternative to traditional internships, empowering students to explore open-ended research topics that drive innovation.
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,” read the advert in part.
“Students will work collaboratively on projects that explore innovative research challenges and support the creation of breakthrough technologies.”
About Google 2025 Student Researcher Program
The program is open to students enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program. Projects vary in duration and location based on team and student requirements.
Successful applicants will be considered for Student Researcher positions across all of Google’s research teams – including Google DeepMind, Google Research, Google Cloud and more.
This allows Google to find the right project match for an applicant’s skills and interests.
Successful applicants will participate in research to develop solutions for real-world, large-scale problems.
According to the notice, selected students will an opportunity to share preferred working location from the following: Zürich, Switzerland; Berlin, Germany; Munich, Germany; Grenoble, France; Paris, France; Accra, Ghana; Nairobi, Kenya; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Stockholm, Sweden; and London, UK.
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Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must be currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, or Natural Sciences, or equivalent practical experience.
They should have experience in one area of computer science, such as Natural Language Understanding, Human-Computer Interaction, Generative Media, Computer Vision, and Machine Learning.
Other areas include Deep Learning, Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or similar fields.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program in EMEA and returning to the program after completion of the internship.
- Have experience as a researcher, including internships, full-time, or at a lab.
- Experience contributing to research communities or efforts, including publishing papers in major conferences or journals.
- Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Java, MATLAB, Go, Python, etc.).
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How to Apply
Candidates should complete their application before Friday, December 13, 2024. Google, however, encourage interested students to apply as early as possible as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English.
Click on the “Apply” button on the Student Researcher, 2025 — Google Careers and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs are preferred):
In the “Resume Section:” attach an updated CV or resume
In the “Education Section:” attach a current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English.
Under “Degree Status,” select “Now attending” to upload a transcript.
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