PhD Software Engineering and Machine Learning Internships at Uber (Summer 2026) Uber in United States

Uber is offering exciting PhD internship opportunities for Summer 2026 in Software Engineering and Machine Learning. These positions are ideal for PhD students specializing in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or related technical fields. The internships include roles such as PhD Software Engineering Intern focusing on Threat Detection within Uber’s Engineering Security organization, where interns will help build machine learning-driven systems to detect and mitigate malicious activity across Uber’s global platform. Another opportunity is the PhD Machine Learning Intern, where one application allows candidates to be considered for over 10 ML and optimization teams, with a streamlined interview and matching process based on team preferences.

Key research areas include software engineering, machine learning, deep learning, optimization, and security. These internships provide hands-on experience in applying advanced technical skills to real-world problems at scale, making them highly relevant for students interested in both academic research and industry applications. The positions are paid, though specific funding details are not disclosed. Applicants must be current PhD students in relevant fields, and experience in ML, deep learning, optimization, or security is highly recommended.

The application deadline is December 3, 2025, at 9am PT / 12pm ET. Interested candidates should apply through the provided Uber application links. This is a valuable opportunity to gain industry experience, collaborate with leading teams, and contribute to impactful projects at Uber.