
Research Scientist Intern
Upstart
internship
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $141,000 - $150,000 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Research, develop and deploy new features/architectures/models.
- Write production-grade code, i.e. tested, reviewed and scalable Python.
- Communicate findings clearly to get buy-in for recommended next steps.
- Work with your mentor to align stakeholders, and drive next steps.
Requirements
- Bachelor (or above) degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Computer Science or a related quantitative field. We require that you are on track to graduate by the summer of 2027.
- Proficiency in a broad array of mathematical, statistical, and machine learning skills.
- Programming skills in Python
- Strong sense of intellectual curiosity, humility, drive and teamwork, as well as communication skills.
- Ability to use modern agentic tooling (Claude Code, Codex, …) efficiently.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base pay, bonus opportunities, and annual equity grants that vest quarterly
- Generous 401(k) plan with Upstart matching $2 for every $1 contributed, up to $15,000 per year
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase options for eligible employees
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options - Upstart covers 90% to 100% of the cost depending on the plans you choose
- Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart for eligible plans
- Income protection benefits, including company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, with options to purchase supplemental coverage
- Paid time off, sick and safe time, and company holidays
- Paid family and parental leave to support caregiving and major life moments
- Family-centered benefits through Carrot and Cleo, supporting fertility, parenthood, and caregiving
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health support and life-centered resources
- Financial wellness resources, including access to financial planning tools and a financial concierge service
- Annual wellness allowance to support your physical and emotional well-being and personal development, based on what matters most to you
- Annual productivity allowance to invest in relevant tools and resources you need to do your best work, no matter where you work from
- Connection and community through team events and onsites, all-company updates, and employee resource groups (ERGs)
- Onsite perks, including catered lunches and fully stocked micro-kitchens when working from one of our four offices, located in the Bay Area, Austin, Columbus, and New York City (opening Summer 2026!).
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
Pythonmathematical skillsstatistical skillsmachine learning skillsproduction-grade codescalable code
Soft Skills
intellectual curiosityhumilitydriveteamworkcommunication skills