Student Researcher, PhD, Winter-Summer 2027

Google; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 102,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Google invites PhD students to join as Student Researchers on cutting-edge projects across Google teams. Projects span AI, ML, NLP, and software development, with flexible weekly commitments and both onsite and remote arrangements within Canada and the US.

Start dates typically range from January to August 2027. The program promotes collaboration, rigorous research, and potential pathways to future roles while maintaining academic study commitments.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a PhD degree in a technical field.
• Experience in computer science areas such as ML, NLP, HCI, CV, or data science.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

NLP

C/C++

Research experience

JavaScript

Education

PhD candidate in CS or related field

Tools

Python

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Job description

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; we encourage early submission. The anticipated application window is open until July 16, 2027, but may close earlier if all available projects are full.

• This application is intended for candidates who will be enrolled in a PhD degree program at the time of the engagement and have a demonstrated research focus.
• Unlike the Research Internship, which is a structured seasonal placement, the Student Researcher role offers greater flexibility in weekly time commitment, project duration, and onsite/remote options. Specific work arrangements and engagement timelines are confirmed during the offer stage.
• This program is intended for students who will continue their academic studies. Participation in this program does not guarantee automatic full-time hiring consideration. Individuals interested in pursuing a full-time role at Google following their Student Researcher engagement are encouraged to apply through standard external hiring channels.
• Participation in this program requires that you are located in Canada for the duration of the engagement, though select remote arrangements from within Canada or the United States may be permitted depending on project requirements. Candidates residing in other countries must relocate to Canada for the engagement.
• Because projects are approved on an ongoing basis throughout the application cycle, application review takes place continuously and may take several months. You will be contacted directly if your application is selected to advance in the hiring process.

Start dates for this role are typically between January and August 2027. Applications submitted after the window closes or once all projects are filled will not be considered.

This posting is for a future vacancy.

Google utilizes AI tools to assist in assessing candidates in our hiring processes.

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 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.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Canada: $120000 (CAD) + 0% bonus target

Responsibilities

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

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .