AI Research Intern: Foundation Models

GrayMatter Robotics
Los Angeles, CA
Category Research
Job Description
Role Overview

Join the Special Projects: AI team to work on next-generation foundation models that power GrayMatter Robotics Solutions (FSI). The team operates end-to-end from problem formulation and data strategy to model development, simulation, deployment, and long-term performance monitoring.

What You Will Do

Work on real, complex, ambiguous problems and develop foundation models for high-precision manufacturing applications with multi-modal data. Validate models through rigorous testing on real-world industrial robots and actual production parts.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Currently pursuing a PhD in Robotics, AI, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields. Research experience in Foundation Models for robot manipulation applications is required.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a PhD in Robotics, AI, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
  • Research experience in Foundation Models for robot manipulation applications
  • Proficiency in Python and at least one deep learning framework: PyTorch is preferred
  • Strong working knowledge and deep understanding of current World Models and Foundation Model Research
  • Demonstrated experience working with simulation environments and/or physics-based modeling for robotics (e.g. Isaac Lab or MuJoCo)
  • Experience with reinforcement learning, imitation learning, or policy optimization for robotic manipulation or process control
  • Experience with robotics middleware and tooling (e.g., ROS/ROS2) and deployment on real robotic hardware
  • A publication track record in venues such as ICRA, CoRL, RSS, IROS, RA-L, or T-RO, balanced with a strong bias toward real-world production impact

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 401(k) plan + employer match
  • Regular offsite events
  • Discretionary fund for enhancing productivity
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