2027 Summer Intern, PhD, Research, Perception Foundation Models

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    Waymo

    Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company creating a new way forward in mobility.

    1,001-5,000 employeesFounded 2009Mountain View, CaliforniaTechnology, Information and Internet
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    About the role#

    This internship is part of the AI Foundations team. You will work on machine learning solutions for autonomous driving. The team focuses on areas like generative modeling, reinforcement learning, and Bayesian inference. Interns partner with industry leaders on projects that impact the company.

    What you'll do#

    • Design machine learning experiments.
    • Handle modeling and iterative development.
    • Evaluate and interpret your research results.

    What you'll need#

    • Current enrollment in a PhD program for Computer Science, Robotics, Machine Learning, or a related quantitative field.
    • Proficiency in Python.
    • Experience with at least one machine learning framework, such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
    • Familiarity with modern techniques like transformers and diffusion models.
    • Evidence of research output, such as top-tier publications, is preferred.
    • Exposure to robotics, perception, or autonomous vehicle technology is a plus.
    • Familiarity with world modeling is helpful.

    Location & details#

    • Location: Mountain View, California.
    • Term: Summer 2027.
    • Modality: Hybrid.
    • Status: Full-time, paid position at $85 per hour.
    Relevant fieldsComputer Science

    About Waymo

    Waymo is a technology company that develops automated driving systems. It focuses on mobility and road safety through its Waymo Driver technology. The firm operates as a private organization and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It was founded in 2009 and maintains its headquarters in Mountain View, California.

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