Waymo · 1 month ago
2026 Summer Intern, PhD, Research, Perception Foundation Models
Mountain View, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$85/hr - $85/hr
Start in 2026 SummerWaymo is an autonomous driving technology company focused on building the Waymo Driver to improve mobility and safety. They are seeking a PhD intern to research and implement self-supervised pretraining methods for foundational 3D perception models, collaborating with research teams and communicating findings to the academic community.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesSensorTransportation
Responsibilities
Research, implement, and evaluate self-supervised pretraining methods for large foundational 3D perception models
Collaborate with research and engineering teams to improve Waymo's foundational models
Conduct cutting-edge research and potentially communicate research findings to the wider academic community via technical reports and/or publications
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Strong publication record in top-tier AI/ML or VL conferences and demonstrated expertise in AI Architecture, Deep Learning, High Performance Computing, Compilers, and/or Computer Architecture
Hands-on experience with deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX) and ML coding, proficiency in Python and/or C/C++
Preferred
Demonstrated expertise in research domains such as Deep Learning, Self-Supervised Learning
Experience with large-scale model pre-training, including foundational models, ML modeling and system design and experience in 3D Vision etc
Proficiency in ML frameworks like Jax, XLA, and/or TPU, and contributions to relevant open-source projects
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages with a housing/relocation bonus (if applicable)
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Fun intern events and networking opportunities
Free breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks
Free access to Google shuttles
Onsite gym
Company
Waymo
Waymo is a mobility technology company that improves transportation by developing self-driving solutions for travelers and daily commuters. It is a sub-organization of Alphabet.
Founded in 2009
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.1BKey Investors
Alphabet
2024-07-23Series C· $5.6B
2021-06-16Series B· $2.5B
2020-05-12Series A· $750M
Leadership Team
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Co-Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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