Research Intern

Key Skills

Java Programming, Python Programming, C++, C Programming, SQL, Apache Hadoop, Scala Programming, Machine learning techniques, Data science techniques, PyTorch, TensorFlow, MapReduce, R Programming

Job Description

 The Samsung AI Center New York is one of Samsung’s Global AI Research Centers, located in New York City. SAIC-NY conducts fundamental research at the intersection of robotics and neuroscience, creates innovative theories, and develops prototypes and demonstrations of pioneering products and applications for Samsung. The Samsung AI Center in New York will lead in turning fundamental scientific discoveries into revolutionary products that reach hundreds of millions of users across the world.

Our team is composed of renowned experts in machine learning, neuroscience and robotics. Researchers collaborate with leading academic groups as well as other Samsung research centers around the globe. Team members have the intellectual freedom to cultivate their research agenda by partnering with universities and publishing in leading scientific conferences and journals. We are currently seeking individuals who share our passion and motivation to advance fundamental science and build groundbreaking prototypes.

Position Summary: We are looking for research interns at multiple levels who will contribute to one or more of the following areas: robot manipulation, computer vision, multi-modal sensing, learning systems, machine learning, and engineering.

Research Intern in Machine Learning will assist in developing experiments and implementing algorithms to solve problems in neural network architectures, learning algorithms, reinforcement learning, computer vision, natural language, and multimodal sensory processing. Engineering Interns will build test setups, perform experiments, and prototype robotic systems to support our robotics research.

Interns should have a strong motivation to initiate and accomplish an ambitious research agenda. They will work together with Research Scientists and Engineers in collaborative, interdisciplinary teams to discover, invent, and build products that have meaningful real-world impact.

Experience Requirements:

• BS (at least 2 years of work experience), MS or PhD student in Computer Science, Engineering or related disciplines
• Research experience or coursework in one or more of the following areas: robotics, computer vision, machine learning, neural networks, mechatronics, signal processing, or a related technical field
• Experience building robotic systems (hardware/software) is desirable
• Programming experience in one or more of the following:
• C, C++, Python, and/or functional programming languages.
• Excellent communication skills in verbal and written English.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional and multi-cultural team environment

Additional Information

For U.S. Candidates Only: SRA has adopted a COVID-19 vaccination policy to safeguard the health and well-being of our employees and visitors. As a condition of employment, all employees based in the U.S. are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless a reasonable accommodation is approved or as otherwise required by law.

Work Hours

• Incumbent must make themselves available during core business hours.

Physical Requirements

This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers, and reach with hands and arms.

EEO Statement

Samsung is committed to encouraging a diverse workplace and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.