Applied Scientist Intern (Summer 2027)
Applied Science Research
Open nowConfirmed on Lyft’s own careers page · checked
What stands out
- Pay is stated up front — $64 – $68 / hour. Most postings never say.
- Posted in the last 24 hours.
The gist
This role involves developing AI-driven simulations to model rider behavior and test product interventions. Ideal for PhD students in computer science or related fields with experience in machine learning and large language models. The work combines agent-based modeling, causal inference, and real-world product applications.
What you would actually do
- Build LLM-based Rider Agents to simulate real rider behavior and preferences
- Evaluate simulation fidelity against historical data and product experiments
- Collaborate with science, engineering, and product teams on simulation use cases
Skills mentioned
About this listing
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