Computer Science/Engineering Intern - Computer Vision Applications

AMA is currently accepting applications for a Computer Science/Engineering intern to support work in Hampton, VA. This internship begins September 8, 2026, and concludes December 18, 2026.

About the role

The qualified candidate will work to apply the latest advancements in computer vision, including convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and vision transformers (ViTs), to improve degraded imagery/video feeds during lunar landing due to plume surface interaction (PSI) effects. Remote work is available.

Responsibilities

• Apply computer vision, including convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and vision transformers (ViTs), to improve degraded imagery/video feeds during lunar landing due to plume surface interaction effects.
• Iterate designs based on feedback from the engineering team (GN&C, mechanical, flight test, etc.).
• Produce engineering drawings and configuration-controlled CAD packages suitable for internal design reviews.
• Develop reports, presentations, and other documentation, providing clear comments and guidance.
• Attend meetings, teleconferences, and workshops as needed.

Requirements

• Progress toward a degree (undergraduate or graduate) in technical areas of relevance (Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering).
• Working knowledge and application of CNNs/ViTs to image dehazing using PyTorch.
• Working knowledge of PSI scattering physics.
• Programming experience in C/C++, Python, or Julia.
• Presentation skills, including creating and sharing PowerPoint presentations clearly exhibiting design requirements, layout, and plan forward.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to articulate design choices to a team of engineers and project management personnel and create clear assembly instructions.
• Available to work at NASA Langley Research Facility in Hampton, Virginia or remotely.
• Due to ITAR/EAR restrictions, US citizenship or permanent US residency is required.

Pay

$23.10 - $33.50 per hour, depending on education and location.

Benefits

• Paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave.
• Salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Short/long term disability plans.
• A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.