AI/ML Researcher Intern – Co-op

. Explore new AI model architectures to run optimally on an edge compute with memory constraints.

Posted 4/1/2026internshipBoston • California, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $22 - $41 per hourWebsite

Tools & technologies

PythonPyTorchTensorflow

Key responsibilities & impact

Explore new AI model architectures to run optimally on an edge compute with memory constraints.
Drive breakthroughs by converting ANN models (such as CNNs and Transformers) to those that operate efficiently with reduced memory using paradigms like SNN, SSM, sparsity, or RNN.
Support proof of concept advancing model retraining, optimization, and compression.

What you’ll need

PhD Intern in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field.
Deep understanding in AI model architecture, ANN/SNN/SSM/Sparsity.
Vast knowledge in Edge AI model Compression, Optimization, and Compilation.
Proficient with multiple frameworks, including Snntorch, PyTorch, TVM, TensorFlow, CUDA, C/C++, and Python.
Familiar with analog compute, in-memory compute, sparse compute, and neuromorphic systems.
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to balance performance, power, and memory tradeoffs.
Experience with the physical world, including vision, 3D point clouds, tactile, audio – Advantage.

Comp & perks

Internship program features various lunch-and-learn topics and social events with other interns and full-time employees.
Develop our interns so they are the first to be considered for full-time roles.

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Hard Skills & Tools

AI model architectureANNSNNSSMsparsityRNNmodel compressionmodel optimizationmodel compilationprogramming in C/C++

Soft Skills

analytical mindset

Certifications

PhD in electrical engineeringPhD in computer engineeringPhD in computer science