Reinforcement Learning Research Intern for Game AI

Sony

6d • $50 • Remote

About The Position

Sony AI America, a branch of Sony AI, is a remotely distributed organization spread across the U.S. and Canada. Sony AI is Sony’s new research organization pursuing the mission to use AI to unleash human creativity. Sony AI works closely with Sony’s other business units, including Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC., Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., and Sony Music Entertainment. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth. To learn more: https://ai.sony/ Reinforcement Learning Research Intern for Game AI Sony AI invites passionate and innovative Ph.D. students to join us as Research Scientist Interns specializing in deep reinforcement learning (deep RL). We are dedicated to expanding the application of AI to enhance human creativity. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the Game AI field.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Ph.D. with a focus on reinforcement learning or possessing equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in designing and troubleshooting neural networks.
• Enthusiasm for integrating AI solutions into gaming applications.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research using deep RL techniques within game AI contexts.
• Explore novel algorithms and methodologies to address AI challenges in modern PlayStation games.
• Develop code to support research endeavors, primarily using Python.
• Prepare reports and deliver presentations for diverse audiences within the organization.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of AI researchers and developers on ambitious demonstration projects.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees