Research Intern
Position Description:
About Lenovo
Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all, we are developing world-changing technologies that create a more inclusive, trustworthy and sustainable digital society. By designing, engineering and building the world’s most complete portfolio of smart devices and infrastructure, we are also leading an Intelligent Transformation – to create better experiences and opportunities for millions of customers around the world. Join us in defining our world of tomorrow and creating smarter technology for all!
Who You’ll Work With:
At Lenovo, we manufacture one of the world’s widest portfolios of connected products, including PCs (ThinkPad, Yoga, Lenovo Legion), tablets, smartphones and workstations as well as augmented and virtual reality (Mirage, ThinkReality) and smart home/o¬ffice solutions, software and services. Lenovo’s data center solutions (ThinkSystem, ThinkAgile) are creating the capacity and computing power for the connections that are changing business and society.
MBG (Mobile Business Group) – For over 90 years, Motorola has been a pioneering force in the mobile industry. From creating the first cellular phone in 1973 to the ground-breaking design of the RAZR; our mantra is simple, build the best innovative products and make sure they're attainable for everyone. It’s this philosophy that drives us relentlessly to create meaningful innovation that provides greater consumer choice and positively impacts their lives.
About Our Team
This is a friendly and dynamic team of about a dozen researchers and engineers with very diverse background and strong technical expertise. We incorporate converging technologies into both existing and new products that take us beyond today’s most advanced products: smartphones, tablets, PCs, and other electronic devices. We perform research and system integration of software and hardware to deliver exciting products utilizing artificial intelligence, computer vision, natural language processing, context awareness, connectivity, authentication & security, as well as other relevant research areas.
What You’ll Do
You will join the Mobile Technology Innovation team in Lenovo Research, an advanced research and technology group within Lenovo in downtown Chicago. You will be working with a group of experienced colleagues on one or more of the current research projects. You will participate in regular team meetings, brainstorming sessions, team building events, and other company activities. You will have opportunities to contribute to the business by solving actual technical problems with innovative idea, try out your idea by writing code and testing your code, file patent applications, and make technical presentations.
**Note: Fall 2020 Virtual Intern with the potential to extend until Spring 2021. Once our offices re-open safely, we would like the flexibility to have you on site. This position can be part time or full-time depending on your availability. Multiple roles available: 2 @ Lenovo in Morrisville, NC and 2 @ Moto in Chicago, IL
Position Requirements:
Basic Qualifications:
• Pursuing MS degree in CS, CE, EE or related field
• Understand the design and use of data structures and algorithms
• Hands-on experience of applying machine learning and deep learning knowledge to computer vision, image processing, natural language processing, or related area
• Strong programming skills in one or more languages like Java, Python, C, C++, or MATLAB
• Show a passion for innovation!
Preferred Qualifications
• Pursuing Ph.D. degree in CS, CE, EE or related field
• Experience developing one or more of the following: mobile camera system, image signal processing (ISP), computational photography, human-computer interaction, sensors & sensor fusion, AR/VR head-mounted headset
• Familiar with one or more development systems like Linux, Android, Windows, or real-time embedded
Lenovo is a US$50 billion Fortune Global 500 company, with 57,000 employees and operating in 180 markets around the world. We are #1 PC company on the planet, BCG's 50 most innovative companies, and one of Interbrand’s 100 BEST global brands. Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all, we are developing world-changing technologies that create a more inclusive, trustworthy and sustainable digital society. By designing, engineering and building the world’s most complete portfolio of smart devices and infrastructure, we are also leading an Intelligent Transformation – to create better experiences and opportunities for millions of customers around the world.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.