PhD Research Intern - Foundational AI

About the role#

The Advanced Technology Group (ATG) at Dolby is seeking a PhD Research Intern to join the Foundational AI lab for the Fall 2026 term. This role focuses on applying large-scale models to spatial audio, HDR imaging/video, and high pixel depth imaging/video generation and representation learning. You will work with state-of-the-art computing resources and proprietary datasets to push the boundaries of media technology.

What you'll do#

• Design and implement novel neural architectures for processing enhanced media formats.
• Develop training methodologies for foundation models capable of understanding and generating high-fidelity audio-visual content.
• Research techniques for efficient fine-tuning of large models for specific applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research findings into the product ecosystem.
• Present research findings to internal stakeholders and at academic conferences.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in a PhD program in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, Computational Media, or a related field.
• Demonstrable proficiency in training and fine-tuning large models, such as transformers, diffusion models, or autoregressive models.
• Solid understanding of deep learning fundamentals and experience with PyTorch.
• Excellent programming skills in Python.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative research team.
• A strong background in imaging, video, or audio modeling is required.

Location & details#

• Location: Atlanta, GA.
• Term: Fall 2026 (12 weeks, September 21, 2026 – December 2026).
• Modality: On-site, full-time (Monday – Friday).
• Compensation: $53/hr.
• Sponsorship: Not provided.