Machine Learning Intern
@ Crossing Hurdles

Hybrid
$120,000
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Posted 1 day ago

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About Machine Learning Intern

Crossing Hurdles is a recruitment firm connecting top candidates with leading AI research labs. As a Machine Learning Intern, you will work on building and training cutting-edge AI models.

Position Details

Type: Hourly Contract Compensation: $35–$70/hour Duration: Project-based with potential extensions Commitment: Approximately 35 hours per week with flexible scheduling Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain GitHub-based project infrastructure including CI/CD workflows.
  • Set up and manage containerized environments using Docker and related tools.
  • Develop and integrate coding tool environments enabling CLI and API interactions.
  • Support RL and LLM research experiments and prototype development.
  • Handle data collection, preprocessing, and analysis for ML projects.
  • Collaborate asynchronously with research teams on dynamic projects.
  • Document workflows, experimental results, and infrastructure clearly and reproducibly.

Ideal Qualifications

  • Background in machine learning, reinforcement learning, or relevant coursework.
  • Experience with LLM or RL projects (e.g., GitHub repositories).
  • Proficiency with Docker, CLI tooling, and GitHub project management.
  • Experience with data pipelines and analytics.
  • Ability to balance engineering tasks with research activities.
  • Experience in fast-paced, ambiguous startup-like environments.
  • Prior research lab or team project experience is a plus.

Application Process

Upload your resume, complete a 15-minute AI interview based on your resume, and submit the form.

Key skills/competency

  • Machine Learning
  • Reinforcement Learning
  • LLM
  • Docker
  • GitHub
  • CI/CD
  • CLI
  • Data Analysis
  • Research
  • Collaboration

How to Get Hired at Crossing Hurdles

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize resume: Highlight ML, Docker, and GitHub skills.
  • Tailor cover letter: Emphasize research and technical projects.
  • Prepare portfolio: Showcase relevant GitHub projects and experiments.
  • Practice interviews: Research AI research labs and startup environments.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review CI/CD and GitHub workflow setups.
Practice Docker containerization techniques.
Explore recent RL and LLM research projects.
Brush up on CLI and API integration skills.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging project and your role.
Explain how you manage remote teamwork effectively.
Discuss prioritizing tasks in ambiguous environments.
Share an example of handling fast-paced changes.

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