Machine Learning Intern

The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. 

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards.  Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. 

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day.  We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Description Summary:

At PayPal, we’re literally reinventing how the world pays and gets paid. We understand that it’s about people. We connect individuals to let them shop, get paid, donate and send money using today’s technology with the confidence that comes from the security and control PayPal enables. Are you ready to help us change the world?
As a Machine Learning Intern, you will play a key role in shaping AI-driven solutions and delivering impactful machine learning models. You will work on enhancing user experiences, identifying opportunities for product improvements, and solving complex problems across various business areas using cutting-edge machine learning techniques. Leveraging vast amounts of data, you will collaborate with data scientists and engineers to design and deploy scalable machine learning solutions that drive business value.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, implement, and deploy predictive models using a variety of machine learning techniques such as neural networks, decision trees, and ensemble methods.
• Work with large, diverse datasets to extract insights and manipulate data for analysis, covering a wide array of domains.
• Collaborate with teams of machine learning scientists and engineers to experiment with and implement advanced algorithms that solve real-world problems.
• Communicate complex concepts and insights effectively through visualizations and reports to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Continuously monitor model performance and make improvements as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related discipline.
• Solid understanding of foundational machine learning algorithms and statistical techniques, including neural networks, ensemble methods (bagging, boosting), and more.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Prior experience with machine learning, either through research or applied projects, is highly valued.
• Proficiency in programming languages and tools for data processing, model building, and analysis, such as Python, SQL (BigQuery/Hive/Spark), and Bash.

Internship Program Information and Requirements: 

• This is a Summer 2025 Internship program. Spring and Fall 2025 internships are not available. 
• Must currently be pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited college or university. 
• Must reside in the U.S. during the Summer internship program. 
• Must be able to obtain authorization to work in the U.S. for the summer. 

Additional Job Description:

PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Actual compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits.  For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.

The U.S. national hourly pay range for this role is $21 to $55.  

Subsidiary:

PayPal

Travel Percent:

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For the majority of employees, PayPal’s balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.

Who We Are:

Click Here to learn more about our culture and community.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected].  

Belonging at PayPal: 

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.