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Perception Intern

mach9San FranciscoEngineering
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Salary
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Job type
Internship
Experience
Intern
Posted
8 Oct 2026
Status
Open · checked 8d ago

About this role

This internship suits a student pursuing a degree in machine learning, computer science, or a related field who wants to gain practical experience in geospatial technology and urban infrastructure management. The role is based in San Francisco at Mach9, where the intern will build models for object and panoptic detection.

Role Overview

The Perception Intern position at Mach9 in San Francisco involves working on core product development related to 2D image and 3D point cloud models. The position centers on detecting urban and roadway features including curbs, traffic lights, utility poles, and painted road markings.

Key Responsibilities

Build prototypes for detecting roadway features like curbs and paint lines.
Transition perception models and algorithms into real-time detection domains for edge mapping hardware systems.
Support the creation and tuning of machine learning models to improve accuracy and performance.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a degree program focused on Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related discipline.
Solid programming skills in Python emphasizing clean code and algorithmic problem-solving.
Capability to rapidly implement and iterate on geometry-based or heuristic algorithms.
Practical experience using machine learning frameworks along with familiarity in computer vision tasks.
Interest in applying machine learning toward real-world geospatial data challenges.
Strong problem-solving capabilities alongside the ability to collaborate or operate independently on complex assignments.

Skills and Tools

Python
PyTorch
Jax
Computer Vision
Geospatial Data Analysis

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Perception Intern role?

The position is located in San Francisco.

What background is required for applicants?

Applicants must be currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, or a related field.

What kind of models will the intern work on?

The intern will work on advanced 2D image and 3D point cloud models for object and panoptic detection.

What programming language is required?

The role requires strong programming fundamentals in Python.

How should I submit my application?

Candidates should apply on the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official mach9 careers page.

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