We are seeking a highly motivated PhD candidate to join our AI Software Engineering team as an intern. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate student to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge AI development while contributing to real-world solutions that impact Intel's business objectives. As our AI Software Engineering PhD Intern, you will contribute to the design, development, and optimization of AI software solutions including algorithms, frameworks, and AI software architectures across domains such as computer vision, machine learning, and deep learning.
You'll assist in implementing and tuning models for performance and accuracy, applied research, and hardware/software integration. This role may also include the creation of AI software solutions in partnership with internal product teams and external partners as well as system level deployment to enable scalable and efficient AI solutions.
As an intern, you will learn and apply knowledge, build skills, and explore future career opportunities through hands-on experience and projects that support Intel business goals in a collaborative environment. This internship is designed to bridge academic research with industry application, providing you with invaluable experience in translating theoretical knowledge into practical AI solutions.
What We Offer
Mentorship from industry-leading AI engineers and researchers
Exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies and real-world applications
Collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth
Networking opportunities within Intel's global AI community
Potential pathway to full-time opportunities upon graduation
Key Responsibilities
Contribute to the development and optimization of AI algorithms and software architectures
Assist in model implementation, tuning, and performance optimization for computer vision and machine learning applications
Support applied research initiatives and hardware/software integration projects
Collaborate with internal product teams and external partners on AI solution development
Participate in system-level deployment activities for scalable AI solutions
Engage in learning opportunities and skill-building activities aligned with career development goals
Support various projects that advance Intel's AI software engineering objectives
Behavioral Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication skills
Self-motivation and ability to work effectively in team environments
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Research Focus:
Must be a student actively pursuing a PhD in engineering or computer science program with emphasis on Artificial Intelligence
Specialization in topics related to federated learning, image classification, or multiscale attention for object detection, computer vision, image processing, and feature engineering
Research/coursework experience with explainability tools
Coursework or experience in the following:
Data engineering and preparation expertise: data engineering, feature engineering, data imbalance, noisy dataset management
Python and C++
PyTorch, TensorFlow, and OpenCV
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in deploying AI applications in production environments, requiring high levels of precision and accuracy
Experience working within the semiconductor industry or similar technology sectors
Research achievements: First-author publications in top computer vision conferences (CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS)
A strong portfolio demonstrating projects in computer vision/image AI (e.g., open-source contributions, research papers/projects)
Git, cloud platforms, cloud concepts, containers, Docker, and MLOps
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation. Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.
Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in the US: $142,900.00-193,400.00 USD
The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Our standard internship rates are based on your degree, location, and the job role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation range for your preferred location and job role during the hiring process.
Work Model for this Role
This role will require an on-site presence. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.*
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