# Research Intern - 3D Vision and Generation, Self-Driving

**Company:** [Applied Intuition](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/applied-intuition)
**Location:** Sunnyvale, CA
**Role:** AI Research
**Skills:** Machine Learning, Computer Vision, 3D Vision, Gaussian Splatting, Multi-Modal Pretraining, Foundation Models, Autonomous Driving, Robotics, Research Publications
**Posted:** 2026-05-27

> Research intern developing 3D vision and generation models (foundation models, Gaussian splatting, multi-modal pretraining) for autonomous driving and robotics. Requires current PhD/MSc studies in ML, CV/graphics, or robotics.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Conduct research on 3D vision topics including 3D/world-action foundation models, multi-modal pretraining, feed-forward Gaussian splatting, world foundation models with applications to autonomous driving, and fundamental topics on 3D vision and generation
- Work closely with Research Scientists and Engineers on high-quality research publications for submission to top-tier conferences

## Requirements
- Strong research background and skills on relevant topics; ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Current PhD (or MSc) studies in machine learning, computer vision and graphics, or robotics
- Passion for next-generation, scalable autonomy and robotics

## Nice-to-Haves
- Access to industry-leading tools and infrastructure with millions of miles of fleet data
- Opportunity to deploy methods into autonomous and robotic systems including self-driving cars/trucks, autonomous mining/construction machines, humanoid robots, and dexterous hands

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