[Hiring] NLP Research Intern @Talkspace Corporate

Role Description

We are looking for a NLP Research Intern to join our research team this summer. The intern will develop a computational framework using Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to analyze therapeutic dynamics. The primary goal is to identify linguistic patterns predictive of clinical and therapy outcomes across key populations. This role culminates in the production of high-impact, peer-reviewed clinical evidence.

Internship Details:

• Duration: June 1st, 2026 - August 21st, 2026
• Commitment: 20 hours per week
• Projects: You'll work on 2-3 key initiatives, with one serving as your final deliverable.
• Compensation: Minimum of $15/hour or the legally required local minimum wage, whichever is greater.
• Mentorship: You'll be paired with a Talkspace mentor to guide you throughout the program.

What You’ll Do:

• Build and refine tools for model training and evaluation specifically for conversational data.
• Design and apply methods for keyword/topic extraction, emotion/sentiment identification, and text summarization to de-identified transcripts.
• Analyze conversational dynamics to determine which patterns correlate with patient engagement, adherence, and clinical improvement.
• Assist in translating clinical research questions into machine learning workflows.
• Apply the NLP framework to specific demographic cohorts (e.g., veterans, teens, women) to identify unique therapeutic needs.
• Synthesize complex technical methodologies and findings into academic-quality manuscripts.
• Prepare at least one manuscript for submission to a top-tier peer-reviewed journal (e.g., Nature Digital Medicine or JMIR).
• Implement best practices in AI ethics and bias mitigation.
• Maintain clean, documented code following best practices for reproducibility and sharing.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a PhD or Master’s in Computer Science, Computational Linguistics, Data Science, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with experience in NLP libraries.
• Familiarity with deep learning frameworks and LLM fine-tuning/prompt engineering.
• Experience with cloud-based environments (AWS) is a plus.
• Proven track record of research, evidenced by at least one peer-reviewed publication or workshop paper in a relevant venue.
• Understanding of healthcare data privacy (HIPAA) and a commitment to identifying and mitigating bias in AI models.
• Ability to articulate complex technical methodologies clearly for both technical and non-technical (clinical/business) audiences.

Benefits

• Remote position based on Eastern Time.
• Mentorship from a Talkspace mentor.
• Competitive compensation policy.

Company Description

Talkspace is the world’s leading online therapy company, serving over 2 million users looking to begin their wellness journey through tele-health. Our mission is to change the world by cultivating an intentional space for people to feel supported through quality care that is simple and accessible.

• Dedicated to making quality mental healthcare accessible to all.
• Transforming the way patients find the right care provider.
• Committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging-centered workplace.