Data Science, Experimentation, and Causal Inference Intern (PhD)

Job Description

About the Job: Netflix – Data Science, Experimentation, and Causal Inference Intern (PhD)

Netflix stands as one of the world’s leading entertainment services, boasting over 300 million paid memberships across more than 190 countries. Members enjoy an expansive library of TV series, films, and games spanning diverse genres and languages, with the flexibility to play, pause, resume, and change plans anytime, anywhere.

The Role:

At Netflix, our core mission to entertain the world is deeply rooted in our content, and data is a crucial component in shaping our business strategy. We are dedicated to creating analytical products that empower partners in their complex and nuanced decision-making processes. As a highly collaborative team, we partner across Netflix to drive significant impact for our members.

Our work specifically within Data Science, Experimentation, and Causal Inference research is pivotal. It drives improvements across numerous areas of our business, including commerce, content, studio, and product development. This research actively supports product innovation, deepens our understanding of members, and informs content evaluation, creation, and promotion. To achieve this, we leverage a diverse set of sophisticated methodologies, ranging from machine learning and statistics to econometrics, optimization, and operations research.

Who are you? (Qualifications):

• Currently pursuing a PhD degree at an accredited university, with an expected graduation in December 2026, Summer 2027 or later.
• To be intern-eligible, you must be returning to school for one semester or quarter post-Summer internship.
• Engaged in relevant research into online experimentation (sequential, adaptive, etc.), observational causal inference, or a related area.
• Experience programming in R and/or Python.
• A curious, self-motivated individual, excited about solving open-ended challenges at Netflix.
• Possess great communication skills, both oral and written.
• Past publications in relevant conferences or journals.
• Comfortable with SQL.
• Experience with version control systems such as git.

What could you learn?

• You will gain insight into real-life decision-making challenges at Netflix and contribute to developing innovative solutions.
• You will learn broadly about how the Data Science and Engineering (DSE) department at Netflix strengthens and helps optimize all aspects of our global entertainment business.
• You will collaborate with stunning colleagues within the Data Science & Engineering organization and beyond.
• You will hone your skills in manipulating and applying statistical methods to truly massive data sets.
• You will have the opportunity to present your work at key internal forums within Netflix.

Internships at Netflix:

At Netflix, we are committed to offering a personalized experience for interns, aiming to mimic what it is like to genuinely work here. We carefully match qualified interns with projects and groups based on their interests and skill sets, and fully embed interns within those groups for the summer. Netflix is a unique place to work, and we live by our values, so we encourage you to learn more about our distinctive culture.

Internships are paid and have a minimum duration of 12 weeks, with a choice of a few fixed start dates in May or June 2026 to accommodate varying school calendars. Conditions permitting, our summer internships will be located in our Los Gatos, CA office, or in our Los Angeles, CA office, depending on the assigned team.

At Netflix, we meticulously consider a wide range of compensation factors to determine the Intern top of market. We rely on market indicators to determine compensation and consider your specific job, skills, and experience to get it right. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary and will also be dependent on your location.

The overall market range for Netflix Internships is typically $40/hour – $110/hour. This market range is based on total compensation (vs. only base salary), which aligns with our compensation philosophy. Learn more about the unique Netflix culture and environment here.

Inclusion & Diversity:

Inclusion is a Netflix value, and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates. If you require an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams. We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

Job is open for no less than 7 days and will be removed when the position is filled.