About the role#
As an Applied AI Research Intern, you will work on the core challenges of deploying LLM applications safely and responsibly. You will contribute to the Alinia Alignment Platform by designing and executing research projects that support the training, evaluation, or use of LLM-based guardrails. You will work closely with a mentor and the rest of the team to create solutions that directly impact our product and customers.
What you'll do#
- Design, execute, and deliver research solutions for LLM deployment challenges.
- Develop a robust, automated approach to quantitatively measure the quality of synthetically-generated data.
- Incorporate explanations for LLM guardrails to provide post-hoc rationales for content blocking.
- Participate in weekly meetings to share progress and present research results.
- Collaborate with team members to tailor your project to your specific interests while contributing to real-world product goals.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an MS program in Computer Science, AI, Linguistics, or a related field.
- Proven experience in LLMs, ML, or NLP, including demonstrated knowledge and practical experience in LLM training.
- At least one publication in reputable AI, ethics, or machine learning conferences and journals.
- Strong programming skills in Python.
- Experience with ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or JAX.
- Academic background in Computer Science, Data Science, Logistics, Cybersecurity, or Philosophy.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2026
- Modality: Hybrid
- Location: United States
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship
About Alinia AI
Alinia AI provides software tools for the control and audit of AI agents. The company offers a no-code platform and proprietary compliance models to help human experts build AI validators and guards. Founded in 2023, the organization operates as a privately held entity. It currently employs 25 people.
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