About the job
Pinterest’s Advanced Technology Group is looking for a Machine Learning Intern at the master’s level for Fall 2026. This internship centers on visual search and recommendation systems, blending research and engineering in a collaborative environment. Interns may help launch new features for millions of users or take part in academic research projects.
Role overview
This 12-week paid internship runs from September 21 to December 11, 2026. Work may be remote or hybrid, with office locations available in San Francisco, Palo Alto, Seattle, or New York. Team placement determines whether the role is remote or hybrid.
What you will do
- Build and launch new user features using internal datasets and machine learning techniques.
- Conduct research focused on visual understanding and recommendation systems.
- Work closely with engineering teams and take part in external collaborations or mentoring.
- Contribute to features that may reach millions of users or support research for academic publication.
Locations
- San Francisco, CA
- Palo Alto, CA
- Seattle, WA
- New York, NY
- Remote (team dependent)
Internship details
- 12-week program: September 21 to December 11, 2026
- Paid internship
- Remote or hybrid work (based on team)
Application note
Applying to this position enters candidates into consideration for multiple machine learning internship roles across Pinterest’s ML teams. Submit only one application within the USA or Canada; multiple applications may delay review.

