Paid Intern - School of Computer Science - LTI
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The Language Technologies Institute (LTI) at Carnegie Mellon University is a world-renowned research and education hub at the forefront of natural language processing, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and human-computer interaction. Established within the School of Computer Science, LTI pioneers innovative approaches to understanding, processing, and generating human language in both written and spoken forms.
We are seeking a Paid Intern to help assist in developing AI and robot systems that can effectively juggle multiple tasks, mirroring human ability to prioritize and multitask.
Core responsibilities include:- Develop embodied AI and robot systems
- Train embodied AI to make intelligent decisions about task order and execution
- Evaluate robot policies in their ability to understand context, prioritize efficiency and switch between tasks smoothly
- Performing research
Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the School of Computer Science Research Department. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree or in pursuit of Bachelor's
- Experience in research via an undergraduate or Master's degree program
- Experience in robotics and/or robotics curriculum via an educational program
- Experience in research
- Understanding of AI and robot systems
- A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered
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Location
Pittsburgh, PAJob Function
Non-CMU StudentsPosition Type
Intern (Fixed Term)Full Time/Part time
Full timePay Basis
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