About the role#
The Artificial Intelligence Technology and Systems group at MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking undergraduate and graduate students for a summer research internship. You will assist with projects that address national needs using artificial intelligence and machine learning. This role involves working in a team-oriented development environment on real-world problems.
What you'll do#
- Research state-of-the-art algorithms in signal processing, natural language processing, graph analytics, or adversarial AI.
- Collaborate with team members to develop and test technologies for operational use.
- Apply machine learning methods to address challenging technical requirements.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
- Proficiency in a high-level programming language such as Python or R.
- Experience with data analysis and machine learning techniques.
- Knowledge of natural language processing, computer vision, or adversarial machine learning.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Lexington, Massachusetts.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This is a paid, full-time internship position.
About MIT Lincoln Laboratory
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is a federally funded research and development center. Founded in 1951, it focuses on technology development and system prototyping for national security. The organization is based in Lexington, Massachusetts. It employs over 4,000 people and works with industry partners to transition new concepts into deployed systems.
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