Internship - Physical Reasoning with Digital Twins

Company: Mitsubishi Electric Research Laboratories
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

MERL is looking for a self-motivated intern to research on problems related to complex physical reasoning using digital twins and large vision-and-language models (VLMs). An ideal intern would be a Ph.D. student with a strong background in computer vision, machine learning, and robotics, with broad experience in using state-of-the-art physics engines. The candidate must have a strong background in 3D computer vision and machine learning (specifically in robotics and reinforcement learning), operational knowledge in using VLMs and generative AI, and experience in solving physical reasoning problems. Prior experience training VLMs would be a strong plus. The intern is expected to collaborate with researchers from multiple teams at MERL to develop algorithms and prepare manuscripts for scientific publications. Required Specific Experience Experience with state-of-the-art physics simulators (both differentiable and non-differentiable) Experience in neuro-physical reasoning approaches Experience in state-of-the-art large vision-and-language models and generative AI models Enrolled in a PhD program Strong track record of publications in top-tier computer vision and machine learning venues (such as CVPR, NeurIPS, etc.). The pay range for this internship position will be 6-8K per month. Mitsubishi Electric Research Labs, Inc. "MERL" provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, MERL complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. MERL expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of MERL?s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Working at MERL requires full authorization to work in the U.S and access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment is conditioned on continued full authorization to work in the U.S and the availability of government authorization for the release of these items, which might include without limitation, obtaining an export license or other documentation. MERL may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to MERL facilities and information systems, as MERL deems appropriate, to ensure practical compliance with applicable employment law and government access control restrictions. In addition to base pay, interns receive a relocation stipend, covered travel to and from MERL, and a monthly Charlie Card for local commuting. Interns are invited to participate in weekly social gatherings and professional development opportunities, including research talks by both internal and external speakers. Interns who meet the 90-day waiting period are also eligible for health insurance coverage. MERL provides immigration support for qualified candidates as needed. Employment is considered ?at-will,? and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary or any other compensation program at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, departmental or Company performance, and market conditions.

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