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Human-Machine Interaction Research Intern

Posted on 12/14/2023

Toyota Research Institute

Toyota Research Institute

201-500 employees

Develops AI and robotics for vehicle safety

Robotics & Automation
Automotive & Transportation
Consulting
Hardware
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$45 - $65Hourly

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
AI & Machine Learning
Lab & Research
Requirements
  • Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Robotics, Human Factors Engineering, or related fields
  • Experience designing and running experiments with human subjects
  • Available for monthly travel (3-4 days) for testing HMIs at a race track
  • Able to work from the Los Altos, California office for the duration of the internship
  • Experience with machine learning is a plus
  • Knowledge of research vehicles or wheeled robots is a plus
  • Experience with AR/VR, LLMs, or data visualization is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Assist in the design, implementation, and testing of HMIs for our research vehicle or other platforms
  • Conduct user studies to evaluate HMIs
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to implement and test HMIs on research vehicles
  • Contribute to the development of new technologies and features that enhance the experience of driver training
  • Document and present findings and results, both internally and at top international venues
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with ROS2
Toyota Research Institute

Toyota Research Institute

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Working at the Toyota Research Institute offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of automotive and robotic technologies. The institution is dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence, automated driving, robotics, and materials science, which are pivotal in enhancing vehicle safety and mobility. Employees at TRI are part of a pioneering environment that constantly seeks to prevent collisions and mitigate injuries through cutting-edge research and development, which is instrumental in shaping the future of transportation.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$100M

Headquarters

Los Altos, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-6%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-6%

Benefits

Highly competitive benefits package

Robust programs to support the wellbeing, happiness, and health of our people and their families.

401(k) plan including matching and annual profit sharing along with total vacation and holidays totaling 38 days per year.

Subsidized commuter benefits and generous employee and vehicle allowances

2 paid days per year to participate in volunteer activities.

Maternity Leave program with 10 paid weeks plus baby bonding leave and Milk Stork for traveling moms

Baby Bonding Leave–an additional 16 paid weeks–to all new parents, including those who choose to adopt.

Back-up child and adult / elder care programs to help everyone thrive

WellBeats Virtual Fitness Trainer.

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