Research Intern on Generative AI for Content Creation

Sony AI is looking for research interns who are passionate about ML-based technologies useful in movie/game/music creation. Our mission is to research and develop technologies for various Sony Group products and for scientific publication. The technologies developed in the internship will have the potential to be applied to film/game/music production in entertainment studios around the world.

Learn more about Sony AI here: 

www.linkedin.com/company/sonyai/life  

https://ai.sony  

Roles and Responsibilities:  

As a research intern, you will investigate and apply novel algorithms related to the  generation/editing/restoration of video, sound, and/or 3D visual geometry (including 3D human motion), targeting a publication in a top-tier conference/journal. You are expected to be self-motivated and to implement innovative ideas with your research, coding, and problem-solving skills. You will be supported in your efforts by internal scientists and engineers.

Required Qualifications and Skills:  

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related fields.

• Proven knowledge/expertise related to generative AI applications such as deep generative modeling, computer vision, audio signal processing.

• Analytical and programming skills in deep learning with machine learning tools (PyTorch, etc.).

• Experience in research communities, including having published papers at conferences, e.g., CVPR, ICCV, ECCV, SIGGRAPH, NeurIPS, ICLR, ICML, etc.

• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Enrolled in a relevant Ph.D. program.

Life at Sony Research: 

Our work environment is diverse and motivated with an innovative open mindset. Sony AI is committed to building a diverse team of people with different characters, stories and skillsets because we know this drives innovation and creativity. Our commitment to nurturing a friendly and supportive place of work where everyone has a sense of belonging and inclusion creates an atmosphere of learning and personal growth. We focus on achieving healthy work-life balance for our teams, supported by hybrid and flexible working. 

You will work on exciting projects at the cutting edge of AI that are in the realms of entertainment or for the betterment of society, and you will have access to the most innovative technologies from across the Sony universe and the opportunity to partner with Sony’s leading companies. 

When projects are finished, we publish our work, and all our contributors are recognised on research pieces, at top-tier conferences, and in journals. You will also have access to workshops and development programs to expand your knowledge and skills. We want you to drive your career, find your direction and take authorship of your personal story at Sony AI, while enjoying the security and the resource-rich environment that comes with being part of a global corporation that has R&D in its DNA. 

Bring your uniqueness to Sony: 

We are passionate about creating a culture that promotes equity and cultivates inclusion, diversity, and belonging. We want employees with diverse backgrounds and perspectives that will stimulate innovation and have a direct impact on our creation of social value to fulfil Sony’s purpose – ‘to fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology’. We want you to bring your unique self to work and help shape our culture. 

Equal Opportunity: 

Sony Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition, or any other protected characteristics. 

Disability Accommodation for Applicants to Sony Europe 

Sony Europe will provide reasonable accommodation for any qualified individuals with disabilities in the application process. For reasonable accommodation requests, please contact us by email at AccommodationRequest@eu.sony.com or by mail to: Sony Europe B.V, Human Resources Department, the Heights, Brooklands, Surrey, KT13 0XW, UK. When contacting us please indicate the position you are applying for, and the accommodation required.