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MA - Research Intern 2026

NEC Labs America

San Jose, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$7,500–$9,000
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Basketball, Beverages, Computer Vision, Data Science, Laboratory, Laboratory Analysis, Machine Learning, Market Research, Modeling Languages, Network Integration, Optical Networking, Research Laboratory, Scientific Research, Simulation, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Technical Research
LOCATION
San Jose, CA
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Location
San Jose, CA

Department
Media Analytics

Description

The Media Analytics Department of NEC Labs America at San Jose, California, is seeking the next generation of thought leaders in computer vision and machine learning for research internships in Summer 2026. Our interns work closely with the research team to explore creative directions with a potential for high impact in industry and the broader community.

Position Requirements

Outstanding applicants pursuing a PhD in all areas of computer vision are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to the following:
  • Autonomy and embodied AI: perception, planning and simulation
  • Vision and language: foundational models and LLM agents
  • Visual synthesis: neural rendering and video generation

Intern projects at NEC Labs result in student-led papers published at top-tier venues such as CVPR, ICCV and ECCV. If you are as thrilled as us about advances in computer vision, join us for a fun-filled Summer 2026! To check out our latest work, please visit:

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $7,500 to $9,000/month, depending upon the selected candidate's relevant experience and area of expertise. NEC offers its interns paid company holidays, access to fitness areas as well as travel and housing allowance, if applicable. We offer a collaborative, friendly and growth-oriented atmosphere that includes team events, such as onsite ping pong, access to gym facilities, basketball courts, complimentary snacks and beverages and monthly tea-time events.

ABOUT NEC LABORATORIES AMERICA

NEC Laboratories America, Inc. (NEC Labs) is the US-based research center for NEC Corporation's global network of corporate research laboratories with locations in Princeton, New Jersey, and San Jose, California. NEC Corporation is a leader in integrating IT and network technologies with more than 100 years of expertise in technological innovation to empower people, businesses, and society. We focus on technology research and early market penetration in five primary areas: Data Science & Systems Research, Integrated Systems, Machine Learning, Media Analytics, and Optical Networking & Sensing. Since our founding in 1988, NEC Labs America has strived to uncover essential knowledge and create innovative solutions for society in collaboration with industry, academia, and governments.

NEC Laboratories America is committed to the maximum utilization of all human resources and the goal of Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic characteristics, height, weight, arrest record pertaining to misdemeanors or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran, or any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

EOE-Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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