# Applied Scientist Intern (Summer 2027) at Lyft

- Company: Lyft
- What the company does: Backed by a16z and Founders Fund.
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Internship
- Location: San Francisco, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $64 to $68/hr (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-28
- Apply by: 2026-11-12
- Apply: https://app.careerpuck.com/job-board/lyft/job/8843341002?gh_jid=8843341002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/lyft-applied-scientist-intern-summer-2027/

## About the role

You will build agent-based simulation systems grounded in real rider context and behavioral data, evaluate their fidelity against observed rider behavior and historical experiments, and study where these simulations can accelerate product iteration and experimentation. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- Currently pursuing a PhD degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related technical field, with a graduation date between December 2027 and Summer 2028 (required)
- Proficiency with Python and working in a production coding environment
- Hands-on experience with large language models or agent-based systems
- Strong foundation in machine learning and empirical model evaluation
- Ability to independently develop prototypes and work through open-ended technical problems
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to collaborate and communicate with others to solve a problem

Tags: Early Talent

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/lyft-applied-scientist-intern-summer-2027/