Research Intern AI Silicon Valley

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Graduate Research Intern
Location: Santa Clara, CA

About this opportunity:

We are seeking a full-time intern on-site to pursue independent research, including the following:
Identify and advance AI/ML techniques to be used for improving training of ML models/development of AI systems Identify and advance AI/ML techniques to improve the end-to-end lifecycle management of AI systems, including data ingestion and storage, model training, inference, deployment, monitoring, evaluation, and retraining.
Use off-the-shelf tools, (potentially developing a novel proof of concept) to implement and test the solution on a telecom use-case and quantify the end-to-end operational gains when applied to telecom use cases.

What you will do:
Develop novel concepts, solutions, simulation tools, and algorithms
Analyze and interpret results; iterate on approaches as needed
Document work in a final technical report, academic publication or invention disclosure if suitable
Collaborate closely with Ericsson researchers

This internship will explore the development of innovative applied AI/ML techniques in the wireless communications domain. In particular, we will focus on leveraging tools and systems that take advantage of sparse, energy-efficient and distributed architectures to bring your comparable gains for various telecom specific use-cases.

The skills you bring:
Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Artificial Intelligence, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Telecommunications, or a related field
Knowledge and familiarity with certain areas of AI/ML such as foundation models, distributed machine learning, agentic AI, and their application to the telecommunications domain
Ability to prototype and demonstrate research results using assets such as networking simulators, AI/ML open-source libraries, etc.

Why join Ericsson?

At Ericsson, you'll have an outstanding opportunity. The chance to use your skills and imagination to push the boundaries of what's possible. To build solutions never seen before to some of the world's toughest problems. You'll be challenged, but you won't be alone. You'll be joining a team of diverse innovators, all driven to go beyond the status quo to craft what comes next.

What happens once you apply?
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Ericsson uses a merit-based hiring approach that values people with different experiences, perspectives and skillsets. We truly believe this approach drives innovation, which is essential for our future growth. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and realize their full potential as part of our Ericsson team. Ericsson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, learn more.

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DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for this position, and you may be required to perform additional job tasks as assigned.

Primary country and city: United States (US) || Santa Clara (Country/ City)

Job details: Researcher

Compensation and Benefits at Ericsson
At Ericsson, we know that our people are the key to our success. We offer a competitive package to help with your individual needs and goals.

Your Pay
The salary range for this position is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, and the candidate's combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

The salary range for this position is

California: $48/hr - $57/hr