Overview

Research Internships at Microsoft provide a dynamic environment for research careers with a network of world-class research labs led by globally-recognized scientists and engineers, who pursue innovation in a range of scientific and technical disciplines to help solve complex challenges in diverse fields, including computing, healthcare, economics, and the environment.

Come build community, explore your passions and do your best work at Microsoft with thousands of university interns from every corner of the world. This opportunity will allow you to bring your aspirations, talent, potential—and excitement for the journey ahead.

The Central Program Management team at Microsoft Research is looking to build an innovation analysis capability for the lab and we want you to join us on this journey. As a Precision Health Innovation Market Analyst, you will partner with technical program managers, innovation strategists, researchers, engineers, and organizational leaders within Microsoft Research to identify and research market verticals previously unserved by the lab. You’ll assess and develop a perspective on Precision Health in the Healthcare industry that is ripe for technical research exploration.

We are seeking candidates with a foundation in business strategy, communication skills, and stakeholder management. The ideal candidates will exhibit a deep curiosity and interest in market shifts and the creation of new product categories driven by technological innovation and disruption. They should possess analytical thinking and the ability to synthesize complex information into clear insights. A collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to exploring emerging trends will be essential, as will the capacity to engage with diverse teams and stakeholders. We value individuals who are not only adept at navigating the business landscape but are also passionate about uncovering opportunities for growth and innovation.

At Microsoft, Research Interns work on real-world projects in collaboration with teams across the world, while having fun along the way. You’ll be empowered to build community, explore your passions and achieve your goals. This is your chance to bring your solutions and ideas to life while working on cutting-edge technology.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Responsibilities

Research Interns put inquiry and theory into practice. Alongside fellow doctoral candidates and some of the world’s best researchers, Research Interns learn, collaborate, and network for life. Research Interns not only advance their own careers, but they also contribute to exciting research and development strides. During the 12-week internship, Research Interns are paired with mentors and expected to collaborate with other Research Interns and researchers, present findings, and contribute to the vibrant life of the community. Research internships are available in all areas of research, and are offered year-round, though they typically begin in the summer.

Additional Responsibilities

Conduct primary and secondary market research to identify industry trends, user needs, and the research landscape, specifically targeting Precision Health and Clinical Development. Examples include life sciences, pharma, biotechnology, clinical trials.
Engage with users to gather insights into their preferences and challenges.
Investigate innovative topics and research trends in academia, startups, and industrial research labs to uncover emerging ideas and potential opportunities for collaboration.
Synthesize findings into actionable insights across research areas and leverage those insights to develop recommendations for potential breakthrough research opportunities. 
Deliver project findings and recommendations in a final presentation and market report targeting an executive level audience.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Currently pursuing a PhD in Business Administration, Strategic Management, Economics, or a related field.
At least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the completion of the internship.

Other Requirements

Research Interns are expected to be physically located in their manager’s Microsoft worksite location for the duration of their internship.
In addition to the qualifications below, you’ll need to submit a minimum of two reference letters for this position as well as a cover letter and any relevant work or research samples. After you submit your application, a request for letters may be sent to your list of references on your behalf. Note that reference letters cannot be requested until after you have submitted your application, and furthermore, that they might not be automatically requested for all candidates. You may wish to alert your letter writers in advance, so they will be ready to submit your letter.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Pharmacy, Biology/Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Health Sciences, or related field.
Experience in marketing, strategy, business planning, management consulting, finance, and/or economics.
Experience in Clinical Development in Life Sciences.

The base pay range for this internship is USD $6,710 - $13,270 per month. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $8,760 - $14,360 per month.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-intern-pay

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Research Intern - Precision Health Innovation Market Analyst