Fall 2026 Applied Science Internship - Canada, PhD Student Science Recruiting

Amazon; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 149,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a PhD student for a full-time Applied Science Intern role in Canada. You will design and deploy end-to-end systems for machine learning, NLP, vision, and robotics, collaborating with scientists to push production-grade solutions.

The role emphasizes turning theory into practical experiments, with opportunities to craft technical roadmaps and deliver impactful projects within Amazon Science.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a PhD program.
• Willing to relocate to internship location.
• Experience programming in Python/Java/C++

Skills

Python

Java

C/C++

Education

PhD program

Job description

Description

Are you a PhD student interested in machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, automated reasoning, or robotics? We are looking for skilled scientists capable of putting theory into practice through experimentation and invention, leveraging science techniques and implementing systems to work on massive datasets in an effort to tackle never-before-solved problems.

A successful candidate will be a self-starter comfortable with ambiguity, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. As an Applied Science Intern, you will own the design and development of end-to-end systems. You’ll have the opportunity to create technical roadmaps, and drive production level projects that will support Amazon Science. You will work closely with Amazon scientists, and other science interns to develop solutions and deploy them into production. The ideal scientist must have the ability to work with diverse groups of people and cross‑functional teams to solve complex business problems.

Amazon Science gives insight into the company’s approach to customer‑obsessed scientific innovation. Amazon fundamentally believes that scientific innovation is essential to being the most customer‑centric company in the world. It’s the company’s ability to have an impact at scale that allows us to attract some of the brightest minds in artificial intelligence and related fields. Our scientists use our working backwards method to enrich the way we live and work.

To ensure a great internship experience, please keep these things in mind. This is a full time internship and requires an individual to work 40 hours a week for the duration of the internship. Amazon requires an intern to be located where their assigned team is. Amazon is happy to provide relocation and housing assistance if you are located 50 miles or further from the office location.

For more information on the Amazon Science community please visit https://www.amazon.science.

Basic Qualifications

• Are enrolled in a PhD
• Are 18 years of age or older
• Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
• Can relocate to where the internship is based
• Experience programming or scripting language like Python, Java, C or C++
• Are enrolled in a academic program that is physically located in Canada in a relevant field

Preferred Qualifications

• Have publications at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

The base salary range for this position is listed below. As a total compensation company, Amazon's package may include other elements such as sign‑on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, basic life & AD&D insurance), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP), paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well‑being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.

CAN, BC, Burnaby - 149,300.00 - 249,300.00 CAD annually

CAN, BC, Pitt Meadows - 149,300.00 - 249,300.00 CAD annually

CAN, BC, Vancouver - 149,300.00 - 249,300.00 CAD annually

CAN, ON, Toronto - 149,300.00 - 249,300.00 CAD annually

Company - Amazon.com.ca, ULC - A49