Internship in AI & Machine Learning (f/m/x)

Carl Zeiss AG; Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

ZEISS Innovation Hub @ KIT in Germany invites talented students to join as an AI/ML intern, tackling real‑world vision tasks from data collection to edge deployment. You will contribute to data preprocessing, simulation data, and model development in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

Work will cover vision foundation models, quantization, and performance evaluation, with close mentorship from experts in deep learning. English or German communication is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in computer science, mathematics, physics, AI, or related fields.
• Fundamental knowledge of data preprocessing steps for computer vision and vision foundation models.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts.
• Experience with edge-device deployment and model quantization is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English or German.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI-based solutions for real-world vision tasks, including agricultural solutions, from data collection, simulation-based data generation, and model development to deployment on target devices.
• Develop an efficient and reproducible workflow for application-oriented machine learning solutions.
• Be involved in sample preparation and data acquisition in the laboratory for full data ownership.
• Implement quantitative metrics to assess and optimize data preprocessing quality and guide relabeling efforts.
• Curate, structure, and version datasets for reproducible experiments.
• Build data preprocessing pipelines for AI and machine learning workflows.
• Generate and evaluate simulation-based or synthetic data.
• Run hyperparameter and model studies in a traceable environment.
• Automate embedded-device tests and optimize accuracy and speed.

Skills

Python

PyTorch

Software development

Communication

Education

BSc/MSc in CS/AI

Job description

Motivation of the Work

Turning today’s research into tomorrow’s applications, together. At ZEISS, we focus on user-centric innovation to transform ideas into cutting-edge solutions. The ZEISS Innovation Hub @ KIT brings together students, researchers, and industry professionals to advance AI, computer vision, and machine learning in application-oriented projects.

Your Role

We are looking for highly motivated students to develop AI-based solutions for real-world vision tasks, including agricultural solutions, from data collection, simulation-based data generation, and model development to deployment on target devices. This internship provides hands‑on experience across the full ML pipeline, including vision foundation models, data preprocessing and curation, quantization‑aware training, edge‑device deployment, and performance evaluation.

• Develop an efficient and reproducible workflow for application‑oriented machine learning solutions.
• Be involved in sample preparation and data acquisition in the laboratory for full data ownership
• Implement quantitative metrics to assess and optimize data preprocessing quality and guide relabeling efforts
• Curate, structure, and version datasets for reproducible experiments
• Build data preprocessing pipelines for AI and machine learning workflows
• Generate and evaluate simulation‑based or synthetic data
• Run hyperparameter and model studies in a traceable environment.
• Automate embedded‑device tests and optimize accuracy and speed.

We Offer

• A dynamic and interdisciplinary environment
• Hands‑on experience with real‑world image, sensor, and simulation‑based data, foundation models, model quantization, and edge deployment
• Learn how to set up a full machine learning pipeline
• Close mentorship from experts in deep learning
• An agile work environment

Your Profile

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in computer science, mathematics, physics, AI, or related fields
• Strong programming skills in Python and PyTorch
• Solid understanding of software development principles
• Fundamental knowledge of data preprocessing steps for computer vision and vision foundation models
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts (e.g., supervised learning, deep learning architectures) is a plus
• Experience with edge‑device deployment and model quantization is a plus
• Creative, pragmatic, and self‑motivated with strong analytical skills
• Capable of working independently as well as in a team‑oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills in English or German
• Passion for innovation, enthusiasm for new technologies, and motivation to contribute to interdisciplinary projects

Sounds exciting? Then become part of #teamZEISS and help us shape the future!

Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long‑term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow.

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.