R&D PhD Summer Intern - AI Research Engineer

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Research and Development (R&D) at Procter & Gamble, the largest consumer packaged goods company in the world, includes a diverse group of roles that contribute to the innovation and development of our products. It encompasses roles in product research, formulation, testing, and scientific analysis. You will find variety and excitement starting Day 1.
 

This internship is specifically designed for individuals working towards a PhD who are developing proficiency in their field. As an intern or co-op in management, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals in a supportive environment.  This is a 12-week paid internship, designed to provide you with a solid foundation for future career growth. The internship will take place from May (potentially early June) to August of 2026.  Join us at P&G, where your contributions will play a vital role in shaping the future of consumer products!
 

The Opportunity:

P&G has an opportunity for a PhD intern to work on our corporate function R&D team to leverage advanced AI technologies to enhance research and development processes, driving innovation and efficiency within the organization.  The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong eagerness to learn and grow professionally and possess excellent communication skills—both written and verbal. This role is perfect for those with passion for innovation and problem-solving, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to new challenges.  Join us in this dynamic environment, where your contributions will make a real impact as part of a collaborative team!
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop AI agents using LLMs to automate complex tasks and generate creative solutions.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate AI technologies into existing workflows.
• Deploy deep learning inference models on Python servers via FastAPI.
• Facilitate scalable and efficient processing of datasets through AI agent interactions.
• Provide insights and support decision-making processes using AI-driven analytics.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Education: Working towards a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field. Additionally required is a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• Experience in developing and deploying AI models or deep learning, machine learning, and applications.
• Proficiency in Python.
• TensorFlow and/or PyTorch experience.
• Available to work a 12-week internship from May/early June to August in the summer of 2026.  The internship is 5 days per week (M-F) in office at our Mason, OH location.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Langchain or Langraph application experience.
• Proficiency in FastAPI.
• Familiarity with docker container environments.

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits.  Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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