Google

Student Researcher, PhD, Fall 2026

Google$120K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a PhD program in a relevant technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Statistics, etc.).
  • Experience in key areas of computer science, such as Natural Language Understanding or Machine Learning.
  • Preferred to be enrolled full-time and returning to the program post-internship.
  • Must be attending a degree program in Canada.
  • Experience in research, including internships or lab work.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in research initiatives focused on real-world problem-solving.

Benefits

  • Flexible time commitment and project length based on needs.
  • Option to choose preferred working location within Canada.
  • Collaboration with various research teams across Google.
Full Job Description
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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and it's in the applicant's best interest to apply early. The anticipated application window is open until November 27, 2026, but may close earlier if all available projects are full. Applications submitted after the application window or once the role is closed/projects are full will not be considered.

Participation in this program requires that you are located in Canada for the duration of the engagement.

This opportunity is intended for students who are pursuing a PhD degree program in Computer Science or a related field. Our Student Researcher opportunities are flexible in time commitment, length of opportunity, and onsite/remote nature, depending on the specific project and host needs. Start dates for this role are typically August through December.

This program is best suited for students who will not be seeking full time employment following this role, as this program is non-conversion eligible.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for this internship program.

To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English (PDFs preferred).

Please ensure your anticipated graduation dates (in MM/YY) and any proficiency in coding languages are listed on the resume.

This posting is for a future vacancy.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Waterloo, ON, Canada; Toronto, ON, Canada.

Minimum qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a PhD degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or a related technical field.
  • Experience in one area of computer science (e.g., Natural Language Understanding, Human Computer Interactions, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, Software Developing, or similar areas).

Preferred qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program and returning to the program after completion of the internship.
  • Currently attending a degree program in Canada.
  • Experience as a researcher, including internships, full-time, or at a lab.
  • Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C/C , etc.).
  • Experience in contributing research communities or efforts, including publishing papers in major conferences or journals.


About the job

The Student Researcher Program fosters academic collaborations by hiring students onto research projects aligned to company priorities in scientific advancement. The program offers placements on teams across Google, for research, developing, 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.

Student Researcher projects are exploratory and experiences that drive scientific advancement across a multitude of research areas. Students will work collaboratively on projects that explore innovative research challenges and support the creation of breakthrough technologies.

Projects vary in duration and location based on team and student requirements. It is required that you are located in one of the specific country locations identified for this role for the full duration of the engagement. When you apply, you 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 us to find the right project match for your skills and interests.

Researchers across Google are working to advance the state of the art in computing and build the next generation of intelligent systems for all Google products. To achieve this, we invest in foundational research and work on projects that utilize the latest computer science techniques developed by skilled software developers and research scientists. Whether we're shaping the future of sustainability, optimizing algorithms, or pioneering AI systems, our teams strive to continuously progress science, advance society, and improve the lives of billions of people.

The Canada base salary for this full-time position is CAD 120,000, determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Please note that the compensation details listed in Canada role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google .

Responsibilities
  • Participate in research to develop solutions for real-world, large-scale problems.

About Google

Google is a multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products. These include online advertising technologies, search engine, cloud computing, software, and hardware. Google was founded in 1998 by Larry Page and Sergey Brin while they were Ph.D. students at Stanford University. The company has grown tremendously since then and has become one of the most valuable companies in the world. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful.
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