About the role#
The Human Performance and Experience team at NVIDIA Research focuses on AI innovation through the lens of human behavior. This internship explores the intersection of human and machine vision. You will work alongside research scientists and product engineers to develop solutions that bridge the gap between human perception and computational models.
What you'll do#
- Break down complex research questions into manageable, iterative steps.
- Identify research gaps and create non-traditional solutions to address them.
- Collaborate with product engineers to apply research findings to real-world problems.
- Lead efforts to share your work through conference presentations, journals, or in-house publications.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Ph.D. or equivalent academic program.
- A documented history of research and publications.
- An interest in gaming or human behavior.
- Academic training in Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++.
- Experience using AI model training and evaluation frameworks like PyTorch.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Locations: Santa Clara, California; Westford, Massachusetts; Durham, North Carolina
- This is a full-time, paid internship.
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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