FULLY PAID: Apply for the Perplexity AI Research Residency Program

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FULLY PAID: Apply for the Perplexity AI Research Residency Program

Applications are open for the Perplexity AI Research Residency Program, a prestigious three-month, full-time residency designed to bring together exceptional researchers, engineers, analysts, and problem-solvers from a wide range of disciplines to help shape the future of artificial intelligence. Unlike many AI research programs that primarily target candidates with extensive machine learning backgrounds, this residency actively encourages applications from individuals with expertise in fields such as mathematics, physics, cognitive science, economics, finance, engineering, and other rigorous analytical disciplines. Participants will work directly with experienced AI researchers and engineers on cutting-edge research involving AI agents, human-AI interaction, and other frontier technologies while contributing to projects with real-world impact.

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Host Institution

Perplexity AI

Program Type

Fully Funded

Program Benefits

Residents will participate in a three-month, full-time paid program based in either San Francisco or Palo Alto, California. The residency offers an annualized base salary of USD 220,000 (prorated for the three-month duration), comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, access to substantial computing resources, research tools, and valuable datasets. Participants will receive mentorship from senior researchers and engineers, collaborate with a community of talented residents, and have opportunities to publish research at leading conferences and contribute to open-source projects. Perplexity also provides immigration and visa sponsorship support where appropriate.

Eligibility Criteria

The residency welcomes outstanding individuals from diverse academic and professional backgrounds who demonstrate exceptional analytical thinking and strong technical expertise in their respective fields. Applicants are not required to hold a PhD or possess years of experience in deep learning or artificial intelligence. Instead, Perplexity seeks candidates who have proven abilities to solve complex problems, possess solid mathematical foundations, and are eager to apply their knowledge to advancing AI research. Successful applicants should be collaborative, intellectually curious, and interested in interdisciplinary research that bridges their expertise with artificial intelligence.

Eligible Countries

Applicants from all countries are encouraged to apply. Perplexity considers exceptional candidates worldwide and offers visa sponsorship based on individual circumstances.

Application Procedure

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Official Link

https://www.perplexity.ai/hub/ai-research-residency