About the role#
MERL is looking for an intern to join our team for research on data-driven estimation and control for spatiotemporal dynamical systems, such as fluid flows. You will work directly with our researchers to advance current methods in the field.
What you'll do#
- Develop new algorithms for estimation and control.
- Run numerical experiments to test your models.
- Prepare research results for publication.
What you'll need#
- You are currently a PhD student in engineering, computer science, or a related field.
- A strong background in estimation, control, and dynamical systems theory.
- Experience with reinforcement learning, reduced-order modeling (ROM), or partial differential equations (PDEs) is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site position in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- The internship is full-time with a rolling start date and a minimum duration of 3 months.
- We provide sponsorship for qualified candidates.
- Compensation is 6,000 to 8,000 dollars per month, plus a relocation stipend, travel coverage, and a monthly Charlie Card for commuting.
- Interns are eligible for health insurance after a 90-day waiting period.
About Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories
Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories is the United States subsidiary of the corporate research and development division of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation. Founded in 1991 and based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the organization employs between 51 and 200 people. It conducts basic and applied research in fields such as artificial intelligence, signal processing, and multi-physical modeling. The laboratory publishes its findings to support collaboration with the global research community.
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