About the role#
The Human Performance and Experience team at NVIDIA Research seeks a PhD intern to explore the intersection of human and machine vision. You will work alongside research scientists and product engineers to advance AI innovation through a deep understanding of human behavior and perception.
What you'll do#
- Break complex research questions into manageable parts and execute them through iterative steps.
- Identify research gaps and develop creative, high-impact solutions.
- Collaborate with product teams to apply research findings to real-world problems.
- Lead efforts to share knowledge through internal reports, journals, or conference publications.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD or equivalent academic program with a record of research and publications.
- Academic training in Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields.
- Proficiency in Python, Rust, or C++.
- Experience with AI training and evaluation frameworks like PyTorch.
- Interest in gaming or human behavior in technical application domains.
Location & details#
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Locations: Santa Clara, California; Durham, North Carolina; or Westford, Massachusetts
- Employment: 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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