PhD Student Researcher (Fall 2026) at Google

The Student Researcher Program fosters academic collaborations by hiring students onto research projects aligned to company priorities in scientific advancement. The program offers placements on teams across Google, for research, developing, and science roles. As a Student Researcher, you will have the opportunity to participate in research projects focused on developing solutions for real-world, large-scale problems.

This opportunity is intended for students who are pursuing a PhD degree program in Computer Science or a related field. The Student Researcher opportunities are flexible in time commitment, length of opportunity, and onsite/remote nature, depending on the specific project and host needs. 

This program is best suited for students who will not be seeking full time employment following this role, as this program is non-conversion eligible.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and it’s in the applicant's best interest to apply early. The anticipated application window is open until November 27, 2026, but may close earlier if all available projects are full. Applications submitted after the application window or once the role is closed/projects are full will not be considered.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNovember 27, 2026
• Study LevelInternship , PhD
• SponsorGoogle
• Course to studyComputer Science
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

Fully Funded Internship 

Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a PhD degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Experience in one area of computer science (e.g., Natural Language Understanding, Human Computer Interactions, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, Software Developing, or similar areas).

Preferred qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program and returning to the program after completion of the internship.
• Currently attending a degree program in Canada.
• Experience as a researcher, including internships, full-time, or at a lab.
• Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C/C++, etc.).
• Experience in contributing research communities or efforts, including publishing papers in major conferences or journals.

Participation in this program requires that you are located in Canada for the duration of the engagement.

This program is best suited for students who will not be seeking full time employment following this role, as this program is non-conversion eligible.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for this internship program.

Please ensure your anticipated graduation dates (in MM/YY) and any proficiency in coding languages are listed on the resume.

This posting is for a future vacancy. Google utilizes AI tools to assist in assessing candidates in our hiring processes.Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Waterloo, ON, Canada; Toronto, ON, Canada; Montreal, QC, Canada.

Application Documents

• To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English (PDFs preferred). ??????

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Application Deadline

November 27, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Google on www.google.com to apply

For more details, visit Google Internship webpage