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Internship: Applied AI/ML & Software Engineering

Fraunhofer USA

Why it’s on our list: Applied AI research for industry clients, six months near Washington, DC. Applications are open all year.

Location
Riverdale, MD
Duration
6 months
Compensation
Paid, amount not stated
Field
Engineering

Last checked today at 06:25

About this role

Six months at Fraunhofer USA's Center Mid-Atlantic near Washington, DC, working on applied AI, machine learning and software engineering. Open to international students in their final bachelor's year, master's or PhD, and to graduates up to six months after graduation.

“international students studying in the US or outside of the US”
From the official posting at Fraunhofer USA

What you’d do

  • Applied AI and ML research and prototypes for industry clients
  • Research and build practical software engineering tools and techniques
  • Projects in aerospace (e.g. NASA), manufacturing, automotive and medicine
  • If your results allow it: co-author a research paper

What they look for

  • Final-year bachelor’s, master’s or PhD student, or graduated within the last 6 months
  • Skills in AI/ML, data science, or web, mobile or desktop development
  • Programming in Python, C++ or Java
  • Intermediate English or better

About Fraunhofer USA

The US arm of Fraunhofer, Europe’s largest organization for applied research, with research centers in Maryland, Massachusetts and Michigan.

How to apply

  1. Check your J-1 Visa for free

    A few questions show whether we can sponsor your J-1 Visa for this role and what you pay.

  2. Get the link and your J-1-ready letter

    After the check you get the application link and a letter that shows the employer your J-1 sponsorship is covered.

  3. Apply at Fraunhofer USA

    You apply to Fraunhofer USA yourself. If Fraunhofer USA makes you an offer and lets you choose your sponsor, we handle your whole J-1 Visa through to your DS-2019.

    What to send: Apply through Fraunhofer USA’s internship application, at least 3 months before your planned start.

Questions about this role

How do I apply?

Do the free J-1 Visa Check on this page. You then get the direct link to apply at Fraunhofer USA and your J-1-ready letter, also by email.

When does it start and how long is it?

Start: By arrangement, apply 3 months ahead. Duration: 6 months.

Is housing included?

The posting doesn’t mention housing. Ask about it in your application.

Who takes care of the J-⁠1 Visa?

Fraunhofer USA mentions its own J-1 program for interns. Ask whether you can choose your sponsor. If you can, we take care of your whole J-1 Visa.

Can you get my J-⁠1 Visa through for this position?

If it’s legally possible, we get it through. Nobody can promise 100% in advance, but we are very confident. VisaNerd isn’t the employer, the host makes the offer.

Subject to eligibility, sponsor approval and consular decision. VisaNerd isn’t the employer. You apply directly to Fraunhofer USA.