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Research Scientist Intern, Foundation Model Optimization (PhD)

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Research Scientist Intern, Foundation Model Optimization (PhD)

San Mateo, CA

Meta's mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together, and the Meta Reality Labs organization focuses on delivering this vision through AR/VR/SG devices. Meta's Core AI Research team within the Reality Labs organization is seeking a Research Scientist Intern with a focus on on-device contextual AI. As a Research Scientist Intern, your primary objective is to develop cutting-edge on-device foundation models and algorithms in AI Research. We are seeking candidates to work on foundation model optimization, specifically on-device language/vision-language LLMs. Our internships are twelve (12) to twenty-four (24) weeks long and we offer various start dates throughout the year.

Research Scientist Intern, Foundation Model Optimization (PhD) Responsibilities:

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  • Perform on-device foundation model research that leads to publications in top-tier CV/ML conferences
  • Develop model optimization algorithms and infrastructure to enable deployment of models in resource-constrained settings, such as mobile phones and AR/VR/MR/SG devices
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary research and engineering teams
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Currently is in the process of obtaining a PhD in the field of Artificial Intelligence or related field
  • Hands-on experience in deep learning algorithms and techniques, e.g., transformers
  • 3+ years experience with deep learning software libraries such as PyTorch/JAX
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python and shell scripts
  • Must obtain work authorization in the country of employment at the time of hire, and maintain ongoing work authorization during employment
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Intent to return to degree-program after the completion of the internship
  • Experience with large scale foundation model training and on-device foundation model optimization
  • Proven track record of publications at CV/ML conferences/journals such as NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, AAAI
  • Interpersonal experience: cross-group and cross-culture collaboration
About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today-beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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$7,800/month to $11,293/month + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.

Client-provided location(s): Burlingame, CA, USA
Job ID: a1KDp00000E2II5MAN
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Pension
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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