Computer Vision Research Intern

Key Skills

AI technology, Computer Vision (CV), Deep Learning, Image processing, Keras software library, Machine learning techniques, Prototypes, Python Programming, PyTorch, RNNs, TensorFlow

Job Description

We are…

Signify, the new company name of Philips Lighting, is the undisputed leader in the lighting industry. Our purpose is to unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world.

You will join the leader in the lighting industry and learn through disruptive challenges. You will be part of a global team, where performance is powered through diversity. Help us shape the future of light in the Internet of Things and work with us on our commitment to achieve a more sustainable future.

Join us and #findyourmeaning at Signify.

This summer internship in Computer Vision Research is part of Signify Research located in Burlington, MA, a center of excellence on Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning Innovation for Signify. The team works together with the Signify global Research, businesses, and functions on AI/ML. Its responsibilities are at the heart of driving AI/ML innovations for systems, new IoT propositions, and innovative apps. If you are someone who always comes up with great ideas and ready to use your creative mind to solve practical problems, this internship role may be for you. You will learn and apply new cutting-edge techniques that will be rewarding for your career. With a great freedom to innovate, you will play an active role and grow yourself on AI and ML. 

The desired duration is from May/Jun to Aug/Sep 2023.

Together we can…

Build innovative Deep learning applications that unlocks the potential of our Connected Lighting Systems. Below are some of the activities during this internship:

• Survey literature on prior work and suitable ML approaches to solve the given problem
• Gather, pre-process and prepare relevant dataset and metadata
• Conceptualize, build and validate an AI engine that becomes core part of the proposed solution
• Demonstrate (prototypes), publish (papers) and protect (patents) novel ideas

You are…

Open minded, curious, and innovative and aligned with our company values and aims. You bring the following experiences and competencies:

• Graduate-level student (PhD preferred) in computer science, engineering, or other related disciplines
• Programming experience in Python or a similar language is required
• Expertise in developing deep learning applications using Keras, TensorFlow, or Pytorch
• Experience in developing cutting edge machine learning research applications by applying image processing, image classification, and image segmentation for large scale problems
• Have excellent understanding of computer vision techniques and neural network architectures (such as UNET, Mask RCNN and RNNs).
• Work within a team environment and self-motivated with the ability to plan and execute

What you’ll get in return…

We’re offering multiple opportunities for career development, like mentoring, coaching and stretch assignments, with strong international exposure for dynamic profiles. Learning is fundamental to our culture. Through continuous learning, we are transforming the industry. You have the chance to learn every day, acquire new skills and perspectives through customized online programs, and on-the-job experiences.