Research Intern at Fujitsu's Converging Technology Laboratory (AI for Urban systems)  

At Fujitsu’s Converging Technology Laboratory (CT Lab), we focus on integrating research across diverse technical domains to create solutions that reflect the values of an increasingly complex and diverse society. We believe addressing these challenges requires a new paradigm that combines multidisciplinary knowledge spanning computer science, natural sciences, and the humanities. Our mission is to develop scientific solutions that help guide society toward a more sustainable and prosperous future. 

Our internships offer an excellent opportunity to expand your career with hands-on experience and the chance to tackle real-world challenges through deep learning applications addressing urban and social issues ranging from mobility and sustainability to healthcare and beyond. We are seeking individuals who learn quickly, navigate complexity, and bring creativity, passion, and strong communication skills to solving challenges others haven’t 

Job responsibilities  

• Design and develop deep learning methods to solve complex challenges across physical, social, and environmental science domains.  

• Collaborate with our team members and external researchers  

• Publish research in journals and conferences. Transfer the deliverables to patents, conference presentations, and workshops.   

Key focus areas 

Fine-tuning LLMs and foundation models or other deep learning methods on geospatial, transportation, socio-demographic, and healthcare datasets to analyze social structures and simulate urban dynamics. This involves leveraging machine learning for predictive modeling and scenario simulation to understand patterns of (1) mobility or (2) social interactions within complex urban systems. 

Requirements  

• Currently enrolled in a university pursuing a PhD degree in Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Health sciences, and other relevant fields for the entire duration of the internship. 

• Solid programming skills with experience training and evaluation ML pipelines: Python, Deep Learning Frameworks (e.g. PyTorch). 

• Strong track record of demonstrating through accomplishments such as research publications, impactful projects, or success in technical competitions. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills through written communication and verbal interaction. 

Who we are looking for 

• Hands-on experience with GPU-accelerated deep learning frameworks like PyTorch 

• Familiarity with fine-tuning large models using platforms such as Hugging Face 

• Experience working with diverse multimodal datasets or simulations from physical and social sciences or related domains. 

• Previous experience working with cluster schedulers (e.g., Slurm) 

• Experience with large-scale simulations and ML model training is plus but not required.  

The internship duration is 3 months and part time (20hours / week). Locations are flexible in Santa Clara, CA office and/or remote location.  

Fujitsu is the largest IT company in Japan and among the largest in the world. Fujitsu’s mission is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. Join us in shaping the future of the world.   

Fujitsu salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. ​ It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each situation. The pay range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: specific skills, qualifications, experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. The pay range for this position is estimated at $40/hr. to $65/hr. USD. Additionally, this role may be eligible for a short-term incentive based on company results and individual performance.

As a technology company, Fujitsu recognizes that human resources are its most important capital. To create an environment where all employees can work positively and healthily, both in mind and body, we offer a full range of health, 401K, and other benefits.​