About the role#
As an AI Data Science and Software Engineering PhD Intern, you will work on the design, development, and optimization of AI software. This role involves implementing and tuning models for accuracy and performance, exploring applied research, and engaging in hardware-software integration. You will contribute to projects that support manufacturing and technology capabilities.
What you'll do#
- Design and implement data-driven solutions to optimize tool capacity management, risk modeling, and defect inspection strategies.
- Build cloud-based ETL pipelines and develop predictive models.
- Deliver insights through published reports and dashboards.
- Build an MCP server that connects manufacturing data and analytical models to in-house Gen AI and LLM services to help engineers query data conversationally.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, AI, Machine Learning, Statistics, or a related field.
- At least 6 months of programming experience.
- At least 3 months of experience with Git, Docker, Helm, Kubernetes, and MCP server.
- Proficiency in Python and machine learning techniques.
- Experience with data analysis, visualization, and statistical modeling.
- A strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, and database fundamentals.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About Intel Corporation
Intel Corporation designs and manufactures semiconductors. The company focuses on artificial intelligence, autonomous driving, and non-volatile memory solutions. It operates as a public company with over 110,000 employees. The headquarters are in Santa Clara, California, with major office locations across the United States, Israel, France, Singapore, and Poland.
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