About the role#
The World Foundation Models team in the Robotics division is hiring research interns for Summer 2027. You will work on scientific challenges related to deploying robots in unstructured environments. The team focuses on areas such as video generation, world modeling, 4D reconstruction, and learning from egocentric videos. Your goal is to develop models that understand how the world works, predict future states, and adapt to new environments.
What you'll do#
- Propose and conduct research at the intersection of Computer Vision and Robotics.
- Evaluate your solutions on real-world benchmarks and systems.
- Push the boundaries of visual systems for robotics.
- Partner with a multidisciplinary team of researchers and engineers.
- Keep up with current Machine Learning ideas and software.
- Present your findings through internal communications, international conferences, and open-source contributions.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Ph.D. program in Machine Learning, Robotics, or a related field.
- A history of or desire to publish at high-impact conferences and journals.
- Interest in large-scale challenges in Machine Learning and Computer Vision grounded in physical systems.
- Proficiency in Python, Unix, and a Deep Learning framework.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with other researchers.
- Integrity and a drive to think big and deliver results.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Altos, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Commitment: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship. Pay ranges from $45 to $65 per hour based on experience and skills.
- Benefits: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid time off.
About Toyota Research Institute
Toyota Research Institute is a research organization founded in 2016. Based in Los Altos, California, it operates as a subsidiary of Toyota. The company focuses on artificial intelligence, robotics, automated driving, and material sciences. Its staff of approximately 485 employees works to develop technology for vehicles and robots while researching new materials for batteries and fuel cells.
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