About the role#
Ai2 is looking for PhD students to join our Robotics team as research interns. You will work alongside researchers and engineers to tackle core problems in robotics, including foundation models, low-level control, and agentic systems. We prioritize ambitious research and provide an environment where you can contribute to open datasets, benchmarks, and models. All interns are paired with a mentor to guide their work, and there are no restrictions on publishing your research.
What you'll do#
- Conduct AI research under the guidance of a mentor.
- Build AI systems or specific system components.
- Develop datasets and conduct experiments.
- Read scientific literature to investigate research problems.
- Meet with your mentor to discuss ideas and progress.
- Support the development of foundation models and robotics skills.
- Contribute to open datasets, benchmarks, and models.
- Experiment with robots in the real world.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a PhD in robotics, machine learning, or a related field.
- Interest and experience in artificial intelligence and robotics research.
- Strong software engineering skills in physics simulation, machine learning, and robot control are preferred.
- A track record of publishing at robotics and AI conferences is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Seattle, Washington.
- Modality: This is an on-site role.
- Terms: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
- Status: This is a paid, full-time internship with visa sponsorship available.
About Ai2
Ai2 is a non-profit research institute based in Seattle. Paul Allen founded the organization in 2014. It focuses on foundational artificial intelligence research and develops projects in areas like robotics, data applications, and conservation. The institute employs between 201 and 500 people.
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