Frontier Research Intern - AI, ML & Emerging Tech (NYC)

a16z crypto; New York (NY); On-site; USD 159,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

a16z Frontier invites students to join its New York–based internship, blending academic theory with industry practice. Interns will pursue independent research two-thirds of the time and collaborate on portfolio-related problems for one-third, with in-person residency in NYC from June 1 to August 20, 2027.

Interns gain access to and frequently use the latest AI tools, engage with researchers and visiting academics, and contribute to blog posts and white papers, while exploring areas from AI to

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a relevant field such as computer science, economics, mathematics, operations research, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, biology, etc.

Responsibilities

• Pursue fundamental research on topics relevant to the firm.
• Collaborate with a16z Frontier’s full-time researchers and other student interns.
• Collaborate with portfolio companies on technical research problems.
• Quickly develop expertise in emerging areas of science and technology.
• Take full advantage of the latest generation of AI tools.
• Contribute to blog posts, white papers, and other public expository content.
• Meet with visitors from academia and industry and attend research seminars.

Skills

Fundamental research

AI/ML research

Cross-disciplinary work

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Tools

AI tools

Job description

a16z Frontier invites students to join its New York–based internship, blending academic theory with industry practice. Interns will pursue independent research two-thirds of the time and collaborate on portfolio-related problems for one-third, with in-person residency in NYC from June 1 to August 20, 2027.

Interns gain access to and frequently use the latest AI tools, engage with researchers and visiting academics, and contribute to blog posts and white papers, while exploring areas from AI to