Perception Intern (Summer 2027)

As an intern on the Droid Perception team, you will dive into ML model experimentation, evaluation, and integration to push the boundaries of our onboard and offboard perception systems. You will ideate, experiment, and iterate on learning-based solutions for unique perception challenges, collaborate closely with team members, leverage large datasets to train models, and ship production code. You will also share findings and insights to foster knowledge exchange across teams.

Responsibilities

• Ideate, experiment and iterate on learning-based solutions for unique perception challenges
• Collaborate closely with team members, brainstorming and deriving creative solutions from first principles
• Leverage large datasets from heterogeneous sources (real-world, simulation, and internet-scale data) to train machine learning models
• Ship production code to train, validate and integrate models into the perception system
• Share findings and insights, fostering knowledge exchange across teams

Requirements

• You must have completed the second year of your undergraduate studies. Master’s and PhD students are also eligible
• Good theoretical understanding of 3D computer vision and various camera models
• Hands-on expertise in and in-depth understanding of one or more of the following areas: multi-view depth estimation, semantic segmentation, Gaussian splatting, generative modeling, BEV-style models, VLAs, VLMs, model optimization
• Deep understanding of state-of-the-art research and trends in one or more of the following areas: multi-view depth estimation, semantic segmentation, Gaussian splatting, generative modeling, BEV-style models, VLAs, VLMs, model optimization
• Proficiency with deep learning frameworks like PyTorch, JAX, or TensorFlow
• Experience writing high-quality code in a production environment, e.g., at a previous internship
• Ability to rapidly experiment, iterate, and adapt to new findings in a dynamic environment

Benefits

• The hourly rate for this internship is $50 per hour. Additional benefits may include relocation support, a housing stipend, overtime pay, paid sick time, and other benefits, where applicable and subject to local requirements.