Researcher Lavori in Zurich

Please complete your application before December 13, 2026. We encourage you to apply as early as possible as we review applications on a rolling basis.

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To start the application process, you will need an updated CV or resume and a current unofficial or official transcript in English. Click on the “Apply” button on this page and provide the required materials in the appropriate sections (PDFs preferred):

1. In the “Resume Section:” attach an updated CV or resume
2. In the “Education Section:” attach a current or recent unofficial or official transcript in English.
Under “Degree Status,” select “Now attending” to upload a transcript.

Individuals applying for this position must hold valid work authorization or meet local immigration eligibility requirements for their specific work location.

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Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Zürich, Switzerland; Berlin, Germany; Munich, Germany; Grenoble, France; Paris, France; Accra, Ghana; Amsterdam, Netherlands; Stockholm, Sweden; London, UK.

Minimum qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, or Natural Sciences, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in one area of computer science (e.g., Natural Language Understanding, Human Computer Interactions, Generative Media, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithmic Foundations of Optimization, Quantum Information Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, or similar areas).

Preferred qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a full-time degree program in EMEA and returning to the program after completion of the internship.
• Experience as a researcher, including internships, full-time, or at a lab.
• Experience contributing to research communities or efforts, including publishing papers in major conferences or journals.
• Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Java, MATLAB, Go, Python, etc.).

About the job

The Student Researcher Program fosters academic collaborations by hiring students onto research projects aligned to company priorities in scientific advancement. The program offers placements on teams across Google, for research, engineering, and science roles. As a Student Researcher, you will have the opportunity to participate in research projects focused on developing solutions for real-world, large-scale problems.

Student Researcher projects are exploratory and direct experiences that drive scientific advancement across a multitude of research areas. Students will work collaboratively on projects that explore innovative research challenges and support the creation of breakthrough technologies.

This engagement is intended for students enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree program located in the EMEA region. Participation in the Student Researcher Program requires that you maintain student status, and are located in one of the specific country locations identified for this role relevant to the project, for the full duration of the engagement. Projects can vary in duration and time commitment depending on needs, ranging from part-time to full time.

When you apply, you will be considered for Student Researcher positions across all of Google's research teams - including DeepMind, Google Research, Google Cloud and more. This allows us to find the right project match for your skills and interests.

Researchers across Google are working to advance the state of the art in computing and build the next generation of intelligent systems for all Google products. To achieve this, we invest in foundational research and work on projects that utilize the latest computer science techniques developed by skilled software developers and research scientists. Whether we're shaping the future of sustainability, optimizing algorithms, or pioneering AI systems, our teams strive to continuously progress science, advance society, and improve the lives of billions of people.

Google Research is building the next generation of intelligent systems for all Google products. To achieve this, we’re working on projects that utilize the latest computer science techniques developed by skilled software developers and research scientists. Google Research teams collaborate closely with other teams across Google, maintaining the flexibility and versatility required to adapt new projects and foci that meet the demands of the world's fast-paced business needs.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

[Bachelor's degree]

Germany: €68500 (EUR) + 0% bonus target
France: €53000 (EUR) + 0% bonus target
Sweden: kr545000 (SEK) + 0% bonus target
Netherlands: €68500 (EUR) + 0% bonus target

[Master's degree]

Germany: €71000 (EUR) + 0% bonus target
France: €54000 (EUR) + 0% bonus target
Sweden: kr560000 (SEK) + 0% bonus target
Netherlands: €71000 (EUR) + 0% bonus target

[PhD degree]

Germany: €85000 (EUR) + 0% bonus target
France: €66000 (EUR) + 0% bonus target
Sweden: kr670000 (SEK) + 0% bonus target
Netherlands: €86500 (EUR) + 0% bonus target

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Participate in research to develop solutions for real-world, large-scale problems.

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