The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. 

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards.  Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. 

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day.  We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Summary:

At PayPal, we’re literally reinventing how the world pays and gets paid. We understand that it’s about people. We connect individuals to let them shop, get paid, donate and send money using today’s technology with the confidence that comes from the security and control PayPal enables. Are you ready to help us change the world?

Fuel the future of compliance with cutting-edge ML. Are you a passionate machine learning enthusiast eager to tackle real-world challenges at the forefront of financial technology? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation meets purpose? Then join PayPal's Enterprise Compliance Solutions team as a Machine Learning Intern and help us shape the future of compliance!

Job Description:

ML interns play a critical role in ensuring PayPal's adherence to a complex web of local and global regulations. We leverage cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights to develop innovative solutions that streamline compliance processes, enhance risk mitigation, and ultimately empower PayPal to deliver a seamless and secure financial experience for everyone. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Gain hands-on experience working on real-world machine learning projects within the compliance domain. 

Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of ML models for tasks like fraud detection, AML/KYC, and regulatory reporting. 

Collaborate with experienced engineers, data scientists, and compliance experts to translate business requirements into actionable ML solutions. 

Analyze data, build prototypes, and explore new methodologies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of compliance processes. 

Contribute to the development and documentation of ML pipelines, ensuring reproducibility and maintainability. 

Present your findings and recommendations to stakeholders across the organization. 

Network with talented professionals and gain valuable insights into the world of financial technology and machine learning. 

 

Basic Requirements: 

Strong understanding of machine learning concepts, algorithms, and techniques (e.g., supervised learning, unsupervised learning, deep learning). 

Proven ability to work with Python, libraries like NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, etc. 

Experience with data analysis, cleaning, and wrangling. 

Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. 

A passion for learning and exploring new technologies. 

Highly motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic. 

 

Additional Bonus Experience: 

Familiarity with the financial services industry and its compliance challenges. 

Experience working with big data platforms and cloud technologies. 

Understanding of natural language processing (NLP) and its applications in compliance. 

 

Internship Program Information and Requirements: 

This is a Summer 2026 Internship program. Spring and Fall 2026 internships are not available. 

Must currently be pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field from an accredited college or university. 

Must be returning to school in the Fall of 2026. 

Must reside in the U.S. during the Summer internship program. 

Must be able to obtain authorization to work in the U.S. for the summer. 

 
 

Position Location:  Varies within U.S. PayPal Office Locations 

 

 

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Preferred Qualification:

PayPal is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

Actual compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to work location, and relevant skills and experience.

The total compensation for this position may include an annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable), equity, and medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. For more information, visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.

The U.S. national hourly pay range for this role is $26 to $55.

Subsidiary:

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Travel Percent:

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PayPal does not charge candidates any fees for courses, applications, resume reviews, interviews, background checks, or onboarding. Any such request is a red flag and likely part of a scam. To learn more about how to identify and avoid recruitment fraud please visit https://careers.pypl.com/contact-us.

For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.

Who We Are:

Click Here to learn more about our culture and community.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at paypalglobaltalentacquisition@paypal.com.  

Belonging at PayPal: 

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

Any general requests for consideration of your skills, please Join our Talent Community.

We know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply.