Data Science PhD Intern, 2027 — Google Switzerland
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 46 days ago
Role overview
Please complete your application before 23rd October 2026. We encourage you to apply as early as possible as we review applications on a rolling basis. This internship is intended for students enrolled in their penultimate/final year of studies in an accredited full-time PhD degree program located in the EMEA region. Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in Switzerland for the duration of the internship program. Interns will be required to be available to work full-time for a minimum of 13 weeks over the Summer 2027 (starting in May, June or July) for the duration of the program.
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 this page and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs 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.
Please include your expected graduation date (month and year), and availability for the internship on your resume. The specific team and project(s) will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.
- Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related technical field involving experimental design and quantitative analysis of experimental data, and in your penultimate year of study.
- Experience working with datasets using Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, or other statistical software.
- Experience with methods of statistical data analysis (e.g., linear models, hypothesis testing, multi-level models, Bayesian methods, etc.).
- Experience with causal inference methods.
- Experience developing intellectual capital such as peer-reviewed publications.
- Ability to complete a minimum 13 weeks internship in Switzerland starting between May-July 2027.
- Provide research on topics including Google's business model and search techniques.
- Produce quantitative and qualitative modeling of business dynamics, user behavior, and more.
- Experience working with datasets using Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, or other statistical software.
Main responsibilities
- Provide research on topics including Google's business model and search techniques.
- Produce quantitative and qualitative modeling of business dynamics, user behavior, and more.
- Identify areas for further investigation as well as creating innovative methods of analysis.
Key requirements
- Experience working with datasets using Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, or other statistical software.
Application process
- Please complete your application before 23rd October 2026.
- We encourage you to apply as early as possible as we review applications on a rolling basis.
- This internship is intended for students enrolled in their penultimate/final year of studies in an accredited full-time PhD degree program located in the EMEA region.
- Participation in the internship program requires that you are located in Switzerland for the duration of the internship program.
- Interns will be required to be available to work full-time for a minimum of 13 weeks over the Summer 2027 (starting in May, June or July) for the duration of the program.
- 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 this page and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs preferred):
- In the “Resume Section:” attach an updated CV or resume
Company and context
- Google's data scientists work within our Software Engineering organization, including Search, YouTube, and Google Ads.
- We analyze sets of data and continually run live experiments in order to help drive critical decisions at Google.
- Specifically, we support the development of innovative, highly scalable, next-generation technologies through research and advanced analysis.
- Google is and always will be an engineering company.
- We hire people with a broad set of technical skills who are ready to address some of technology's greatest challenges and make an impact on millions, if not billions, of users.
Additional details
- The specific team and project(s) will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills. Minimum qualifications:
- Experience with methods of statistical data analysis (e.g., linear models, hypothesis testing, multi-level models, Bayesian methods, etc.).
- Ability to complete a minimum 13 weeks internship in Switzerland starting between May-July 2027.
Notes and original content
- The specific team and project(s) will be determined based on your educational background, interest and skills.
- Minimum qualifications:
- About the job
- Responsibilities
Questions about this listing
What salary does Google Switzerland offer for this role?
Google Switzerland lists CHF 62'000 - 94'000 gross per year for this position in Zürich. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Google Switzerland offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Google Switzerland during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Google Switzerland?
Use the "Apply now" button on this page — it links directly to Google Switzerland's original listing at google.com, so your application goes straight to the employer's own applicant-tracking system. Frontaliere Ticino does not collect or forward applications itself.
