PhD Intern, Risk Analytics

Key Skills

AI Robotic systems, AI technology, Autonomous vehicles, C Programming, C++, Cloud computing, Data science techniques, Java Programming, Machine learning techniques, MATLAB Programming, Python Programming, PyTorch, R Programming, Scala Programming, SQL, TensorFlow

Job Description

Cruisers have the opportunity to grow and develop while learning from leaders at the forefront of their fields. With a culture of internal mobility, there's an opportunity to thrive in a variety of disciplines. This is a place for dreamers and doers to succeed.

If you are looking to play a part in making a positive impact in the world by advancing the revolutionary work of self-driving cars, join us.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Actuarial and Risk Analytics team is looking for a Machine Learning intern to help with developing relationship between AV behaviors with on-road loss exposure based on actual collisions or near misses. The intern will work closely with the senior actuarial analysts and data scientists to analyze on-road safety incidents and evaluate loss potential. The intern will also have the opportunity to work on assessing other enterprise risks such as cyber security threats. You will work at the intersection of machine learning, actuarial science and financial modeling to provide deep insights on risk exposure encountered by AV operations.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Work with actuarial analysts and data scientists to investigate loss behaviors in various hazard areas.
• Develop a ML and statistical models to project future loss behaviors based on experience and technological development roadmap.
• Maintain detailed documentation and work instructions for refreshing ML/Statistical models.

WHAT YOU MUST HAVE:

• Proficient in applying statistical and ML techniques
• Experience in compiling data from various sources
• Able to summarize and communicate modeling results to broad audience
• Effective in collaborating with other people

BONUS POINTS!

• Statistics, data science or machine learning
• SQL

Job Posting Range

The salary range for this position is $28.00 - 68.00/hour. Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. You may also be offered a bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits. These ranges are subject to change.

WHY CRUISE?

• Intern program elements:
  • Ownership of impactful project work
  • Mentorship and training
  • Networking events

• Intern perks:
• Competitive compensation 
• Company paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided for non-remote employees

• We’re Integrated
• Through our partnerships with General Motors and Honda, we are the only self-driving company with fully integrated manufacturing at scale.

• We’re Funded
• GM, Honda, Microsoft, T. Rowe Price & Walmart have invested billions in Cruise. Their backing for our technology demonstrates their confidence in our progress, team, and vision and makes us one of the leading autonomous vehicle organizations in the industry. Our deep resources greatly accelerate our operating speed.

• We’re Independent
• We have our own governance, board of directors, equity, and investors. Our independence allows us to not just work on the edge of technology, but also define it.

• We’re Safety Conscious
• We integrate #staysafe, our top priority at Cruise, into our everyday work. Through our Safety Management System, every Cruiser is asked to do their part by reporting any potential issues or hazards they observe and making continuous improvements. You’ll be able to contribute to safety at Cruise, no matter your job function or title.