Summer 2026 Machine Learning Intern

Aerovironment • Minneapolis, MN

100d

About The Position

Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members. We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the U.S. During the interview process, we will discuss specific details regarding the team and location. As a Machine Learning Intern, you will have the opportunity to support the R D Group at AV in developing innovative computer vision solutions for defense and commercial applications. You will contribute to small, focused design teams working on detection, classification, localization, and tracking technologies. This internship will expose you to various stages of the development process including concept design, prototyping, testing, and evaluation.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BS in Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiarity with C/C++ and MATLAB.
• Proficiency with office productivity tools.
• Basic troubleshooting skills for technical systems.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to deep learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, Keras).
• Familiarity with Python and libraries such as scikit-learn and pandas.
• Experience with data visualization and handling large datasets.
• Exposure to OpenCV and working in a Linux environment.
• Understanding of key concepts in: Machine learning, Computer vision, Mathematical optimization, Data mining, Predictive analytics.
• Ability to assist in selecting hardware/software for model deployment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of computer vision and machine learning algorithms for detecting, classifying, localizing, and tracking objects-of-interest using UAV-mounted gimballed cameras.
• Assist in writing and testing software to integrate ML algorithms into aircraft systems (e.g., autopilots, payloads, robotic platforms).
• Explore and visualize data to understand distribution patterns and potential anomalies.
• Assist in implementing machine learning systems and validating designs through experiments.
• Help define objectives, develop models, and track their performance using metrics.
• Perform data analysis tasks using AV tools and industry-standard platforms.
• Help manage project resources such as datasets, hardware, and time to support project timelines.
• Contribute to the evaluation of ML algorithm performance and model deployment strategies.
• Participate in data preparation activities, including cleaning and transformation.
• Assist in error analysis and developing corrective strategies.
• Research and experiment with appropriate ML algorithms and tools.
• Support running tests and experiments on selected datasets and data representations.
• Follow standard procedures to analyze data and support development tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K with company matching.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree