AI Security Research Intern: Build Safe AI Systems

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000

Part time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University seeks an AI Security Research Intern for the Threat Analysis Directorate within the SEI in Pittsburgh. This student worker position supports AI assurance, red-teaming, forensics, and mitigation efforts while collaborating with engineers and researchers.

Requirements include a BS in a technical field and pursuing an MS, willingness to travel, and eligibility to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. On-site work at the CMU SEI Pittsburgh office is required.

Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field; pursuing MS in CS or related field.
  • Willingness to travel to various locations to support SEI mission, including CMU community.

Responsibilities

  • AI Security Research and Development: 80%
  • Documentation of Results: 20%
  • Location Pittsburgh, PA
  • Job Function Non-Exempt Graduate Students
  • Position Type Student Worker – CMU student (Fixed Term)
  • Full time/Part time
  • Part time Pay Basis Hourly

Skills

Critical thinking
AI/ML understanding
Python proficiency
AI/ML tools knowledge
Collaboration
Willingness to learn
Networking knowledge
Systems development

Education

BS in CS/CE/Cybersecurity
MS in CS or related field (pursuing)

Tools

PyTorch
TensorFlow
ART

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University seeks an AI Security Research Intern for the Threat Analysis Directorate within the SEI in Pittsburgh. This student worker position supports AI assurance, red-teaming, forensics, and mitigation efforts while collaborating with engineers and researchers.

Requirements include a BS in a technical field and pursuing an MS, willingness to travel, and eligibility to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. On-site work at the CMU SEI Pittsburgh office is required.

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