Summer Intern: ML for Robotic Automation

General Motors LLC; United States; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors is inviting a Summer Intern Researcher in Machine Learning for Automation to contribute to the development and deployment of advanced learning methods for intelligent robotic systems in manufacturing. The role demands deep ML and robotics expertise and a passion for applying methods to real-world production challenges at GM's industrial research organization.

The internship supports the creation of learning-capable robotic systems for manipulation, processing, and assembly tasks

Qualifications

• Pursuit of an advanced degree (Masters or PhD) in one of the following areas: Machine Learning, Physical Robotics, Computer Science, or a closely related field from a leading university
• Strong academic and applied background in machine learning, with experience training policies for grasping, manipulation, contact-rich assembly, or other robotic skills.
• Strong programming and system development skills (Python, C++, PyTorch/TensorFlow)
• Must be a current student
• Able to work fulltime, 40 hours per week during the summer months

Responsibilities

• Make meaningful contributions in the development and application of advanced machine learning techniques for robotic systems, which may include: Reinforcement learning (RL), Imitation learning and learning from demonstration, Deep learning methods for perception, planning, and control
• Make meaningful contributions in the application of learning-based approaches to challenging robotic domains, which may include: Grasping and dexterous manipulation, Mobile manipulation and coordinated motion, Contact-rich assembly and force-sensitive operations
• Make meaningful contributions to GM's technical leadership as appropriate through technical presentations, intellectual property, technical documentation, and publication

Skills

Python

C++

Machine Learning

Robotics

PyTorch/TensorFlow

Education

Master's or PhD candidate in ML/Robotics/CS

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ROS

Job description

General Motors is inviting a Summer Intern Researcher in Machine Learning for Automation to contribute to the development and deployment of advanced learning methods for intelligent robotic systems in manufacturing. The role demands deep ML and robotics expertise and a passion for applying methods to real-world production challenges at GM's industrial research organization.

The internship supports the creation of learning-capable robotic systems for manipulation, processing, and assembly tasks