The start date for this internship is rolling (each intern starts when hired and ready) and will run for up to 6 months. Are you excited to build real AI systems-not side projects-and see your work ship into production? Do you want to turn your passion for machine learning into hands-on expertise on security-relevant AI? CENSUS AI / ML / Data Science Internship is your opportunity to gain world-class expertise, hands-on experience, and mentorship from top AI professionals. We are hiring 3-4 interns to join our AI team and contribute to production AI systems and products-empowering the next generation of engineers to build, evaluate, and improve LLM-powered features on security data.
Why Join?
- Elite Training: Learn from world-class AI and cybersecurity experts.
- Hands-on AI: Work on high-impact projects across LLM features, evaluations, datasets, and fine-tuning .
- Mentorship: Be guided by a named AI-team mentor, with code review on every pull request.
- Remote Work Model: Fully remote in Europe .
- Career Opportunities: Prove your skills and earn a junior / full-time job offer at CENSUS-sometimes before the 6 months are up!
- Paid Internship: Because talent deserves recognition.
What You'll Do
- Build and improve LLM-based features , and the evaluations that measure them.
- Tackle early-stage research projects in AI and machine learning.
- Build datasets and fine-tune open models on security data.
Who We're Looking For
Required Skills:
- A curious, problem-solving mindset -always eager to explore, learn, and improve.
- Strong Python , and code that others can read and review.
- A solid grasp of machine learning fundamentals and of how LLMs are used in practice.
- Evidence of real work , such as AI projects you built.
- Good written English , and the habit of backing claims with evidence.
Bonus Skills (Make Your Application Stand Out!):
- Published papers or ongoing research.
- Experience with RAG or agent systems.
- Fine-tuning LLMs ( LoRA, SFT, DPO ) or building evaluation sets.
- SQL, Docker, or GPU experience.
- Interest in security or cryptography (we will teach you the domain).
The Details
Who Can Apply?
- Open to Master's and PhD students in AI, Machine Learning, Data Science or related fields, and exceptional final-year Bachelor's students who can show their work.
- Europe-based candidates are prioritised.
Location: Remote in Europe.
Duration: Up to 6 months.
Compensation: Paid internship.
Career Path: Top performers / strong interns may receive a junior / full-time job offer at CENSUS!
About CENSUS
CENSUS is a globally recognized cybersecurity firm delivering top-tier IT and OT security solutions. We work with Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, critical infrastructure, and secure communications providers worldwide. Our expertise spans cutting-edge research, scientific analysis, and deep engineering experience, ensuring unmatched security for products, infrastructure, and organizations.
Learn more about us at CENSUS | Cybersecurity Engineering
CENSUS AI / ML / Data Science Internship employer: CENSUS SA
CENSUS is an exceptional employer for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fully remote environment within the UK. With mentorship from industry experts and the chance to work on high-profile projects, interns can develop their skills while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. The paid internship not only values your contributions but also opens doors for potential full-time positions, making it a rewarding step in your career journey.
