Machine Learning Intern/Co-op (Fall, 2026)
Cohere · European Union
- Hybrid
- Internship
- $50,000 / year
- European Union
Job highlights
- Train and improve cutting-edge ML models.
- Develop new techniques for model training and serving.
- Work with large-scale models and datasets.
- Explore continual and active learning strategies.
- Collaborate with experienced staff and product teams.
About the role
About Cohere
Our mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. We’re training and deploying frontier models for developers and enterprises who are building AI systems to power magical experiences like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents. We believe that our work is instrumental to the widespread adoption of AI.
We obsess over what we build. Each one of us is responsible for contributing to increasing the capabilities of our models and the value they drive for our customers. We like to work hard and move fast to do what’s best for our customers.
Cohere is a team of researchers, engineers, designers, and more, who are passionate about their craft. Each person is one of the best in the world at what they do. We believe that a diverse range of perspectives is a requirement for building great products.
Join us on our mission and shape the future!
Why this role?
- Ship state of the art models to production.
- Design and implement novel research ideas.
- Build elegant training/deployment pipelines.
- Join us at a pivotal moment, shape what we build and wear multiple hats as an intern!
Our recruitment process will begin in the upcoming weeks, and we will be carefully reviewing applications and assessing potential candidates for our internships. Should we find a suitable match with your qualifications and our requirements, we will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further and to advance your application to the next stage.
Please Note: To be eligible for this position you should be a student currently enrolled in a post-secondary program, available for a full-time 3-6 month internship, co-op, or research work term.
As a Machine Learning Intern, You Will
- Design, train and improve upon cutting-edge models.
- Help us develop new techniques to train and serve models safer, better, and faster.
- Train extremely large-scale models on massive datasets.
- Explore continual and active learning strategies for streaming data.
- Learn from experienced senior machine learning technical staff.
- Work closely with product teams to develop solutions.
You May Be a Good Fit If You Have
- Proficiency in Python and related ML frameworks such as Tensorflow, TF-Serving, JAX, and XLA/MLIR.
- Experience using large-scale distributed training strategies.
- Familiarity with autoregressive sequence models, such as Transformers.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- A demonstrated passion for applied NLP models and products.
- Bonus: experience writing kernels for GPUs using CUDA.
- Bonus: experience training on TPUs.
- Bonus: papers at top-tier venues (such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, AIStats, MLSys, JMLR, AAAI, Nature, COLING, ACL, EMNLP).
If some of the above doesn’t line up perfectly with your experience, we still encourage you to apply!
We value and celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Should you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please submit an Accommodations Request Form, and we will work together to meet your needs.
Full-Time Employees At Cohere Enjoy These Perks
- An open and inclusive culture and work environment
- Work closely with a team on the cutting edge of AI research
- Weekly lunch stipend, in-office lunches & snacks
- Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget to take care of your mental health
- 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months
- Personal enrichment benefits towards arts and culture, fitness and well-being, quality time, and workspace improvement
- Remote-flexible, offices in Toronto, New York, San Francisco, London and Paris, as well as a co-working stipend
- 6 weeks of vacation (30 working days!)
Key skills/competency
- Machine Learning Intern
- Python
- Tensorflow
- JAX
- Transformers
- NLP
- Distributed Training
- CUDA
- TPUs
- Research
Skills & topics
- Machine Learning
- AI
- Deep Learning
- Python
- Tensorflow
- JAX
- NLP
- Transformers
- Distributed Systems
- Research Intern
- Co-op
- Internship
- Fall 2026
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight Python, ML frameworks (Tensorflow, JAX), distributed training, and NLP experience.
- Showcase passion: Emphasize your interest in applied NLP models and products.
- Highlight research: Mention any publications at top-tier AI venues if applicable.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with large-scale models and training strategies.
- Apply early: Applications are reviewed as they are received for upcoming internship cycles.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cohere's mission and what kind of AI models do they work with?
- Cohere's mission is to scale intelligence to serve humanity. They train and deploy frontier models for developers and enterprises, focusing on applications like content generation, semantic search, RAG, and agents.
- What specific technical skills are most valued for the Machine Learning Intern role at Cohere?
- Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks like Tensorflow, TF-Serving, JAX, and XLA/MLIR is highly valued. Experience with large-scale distributed training, familiarity with autoregressive sequence models (Transformers), and a passion for applied NLP models are also key.
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Machine Learning Intern at Cohere?
- As a Machine Learning Intern, you will design, train, and improve cutting-edge models, develop new techniques for training and serving models, train large-scale models on massive datasets, explore learning strategies, and work closely with product teams.
- Are there any bonus qualifications that would make my application stronger for the Machine Learning Intern position?
- Yes, bonus qualifications include experience writing kernels for GPUs using CUDA, experience training on TPUs, and having published papers at top-tier AI venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, or ICLR.
- What is the typical duration and work arrangement for the Machine Learning Intern position at Cohere?
- The role is for a full-time 3-6 month internship, co-op, or research work term. Cohere offers a remote-flexible arrangement with offices in several major cities, and also provides a co-working stipend.
- What kind of learning opportunities are available for Machine Learning Interns at Cohere?
- Interns will learn from experienced senior machine learning technical staff and work closely with product teams to develop solutions, providing a valuable hands-on experience in cutting-edge AI research and development.
- How does Cohere support diversity and inclusion in their hiring process for the Machine Learning Intern role?
- Cohere values and celebrates diversity, striving for an inclusive work environment. They welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process.
- What are the perks of being a full-time employee at Cohere, which might be relevant for interns aiming for future opportunities?