About this role
San Francisco, CA is the location for the Applied AI/ML Scientist, Intern role at Faire, offered as a paid Winter 2027 internship starting in January 2027. This position suits a current or recent Master's or PhD student in a technical field who wants to build and maintain marketplace models.
Role Overview
The Applied AI/ML Science team at Faire builds models that power the marketplace, including shipping and delivery estimates for retailers. This intern will own a focused project within the Shipping and Fulfillment team, working on tasks such as predicting order packing methods, recommending efficient packing using multimodal deep learning, or inferring physical characteristics from catalog signals.
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Salary and Benefits
The pay rate for this role in San Francisco is $75 USD per hour. Hybrid employees work in the office three days per week and have the flexibility to work remotely up to four weeks per year.
About the Company
Faire operates a technology wholesale platform connecting independent retailers and brands globally using data, technology, and machine learning. Founded in 2017 by former product and engineering leads from Square, the company is backed by investors including Y Combinator, Sequoia Capital, and Founders Fund, with headquarters in San Francisco and Kitchener-Waterloo alongside a global office presence.
How to Apply
Candidates should apply directly on the official Faire careers page.
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Questions candidates ask
What is the duration and start date of the internship?
The paid internship runs for 12 to 14 weeks beginning in January 2027, with flexible start dates available for qualified candidates.
What is the hourly pay rate for this role?
The pay rate for the San Francisco location is $75 USD per hour.
What are the educational qualifications required?
Applicants must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master's or PhD program in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
What is the in-office attendance policy for hybrid workers?
Hybrid employees go into the office three days per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and a third flex day of their choosing.
What specific projects might an intern work on?
Interns own a focused project predicting order packing, recommending efficient packing to reduce shipping costs, or inferring physical characteristics from catalog product listings.