Machine Learning & Image Processing Research Intern

This is a high-level Apple research & engineering internship focused on computational photography and image processing for iPhone/iPad cameras.

Summary

iPhone is equipped with the world’s most popular camera system, delivering magical experiences that continue to surprise and delight our customers. The Camera & Photos group focuses on perfecting our imaging pipelines using computational photography, statistical and optimization methods, and machine learning techniques.

As part of the Camera and Photos organization, our team in Cambridge works on camera pipelines and innovative algorithms for Apple’s mobile devices, including the iPhone and iPad. Combining innovative algorithms with optimized implementations, we deliver the quality and features that help redefine mobile photography.

If you are passionate about inventing and developing new imaging algorithms to improve the photography experience, we would like to hear from you!

Description

You will leverage your research background and knowledge of signal and image processing and statistical analysis methods to design, develop, and improve Apple imaging technologies. We will partner you with a dedicated mentor who is an experienced member of our team.

You and your mentor will collaborate to design and implement an innovative solution that aligns with the team’s on-going and future projects. At the end of your internship, you will have the chance to meet and present your work to the leadership in our organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience researching, developing, and implementing advanced image processing algorithms and statistical models

• Deep understanding of image processing techniques and optimization algorithms

• Excellent coding skills, preferably in Python and MATLAB

• Post-graduate student in computer science, applied mathematics, physics, machine learning or a related subject

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Familiarity with object-oriented programming languages such as C++ or Objective C

At Apple, we’re not all the same. And that’s our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we’ve experienced and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally.

As a registered Disability Confident employer, we will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations. Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal backgrounds in a manner consistent with applicable law.