About the role#
NVIDIA is looking for research interns to apply modern AI methods to the Earth System Simulation and Analytics stack. You will work on topics such as generative data assimilation, hybrid climate simulation, model emulation, and high-resolution AI weather prediction. This role involves working within a diverse group to solve interdisciplinary problems and translate research into products.
What you'll do#
- Propose, research, prototype, and test new research ideas.
- Publish work at top conferences and journals.
- Collaborate with researchers, fellow interns, and internal product teams.
- Contribute to technology transfer with NVIDIA engineers.
- Use NVIDIA GPUs at scale for research at the intersection of AI and climate science.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in at least the 2nd year of a Ph.D. in geophysical sciences, computer science, applied math, statistics, or a related field.
- A research portfolio including at least one first-author publication using AI.
- Proficiency with distributed deep learning frameworks and strong software engineering skills, including PyTorch and PyTorch-lightning.
- Knowledge of shell scripting, software environment management, and high performance parallel GPU computing.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Preferred: Experience scaling algorithms for high computational loads, driving research projects end-to-end, and expertise in climate domain science or nonlinear physics.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About NVIDIA
NVIDIA operates as a computer hardware manufacturer based in Santa Clara, California. Founded in 1993, the company focuses on accelerated computing and graphics technology. It produces hardware for markets including artificial intelligence, gaming, and data centers. The organization employs over 50,000 people and maintains a global presence.
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