Georgia Tech Research Institute
Machine Learning/Robotics Student Assistant - Spring 2026 - ATAS
Georgia Tech Research Institute, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Overview
The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.
Job Description
The Intelligent Sustainable Technologies Division within the Aerospace, Transportation and Advanced Systems Laboratory (ATAS) is seeking a motivated Student Research Assistant, starting Spring 2026, to collaborate on research projects in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. The candidate will collaborate closely with full-time engineers to address challenging robot perception and manipulation problems in complex and unstructured environments. Responsibilities will include evaluating baselines, developing and training models, and running experiments on both simulated and real robot hardware. Strong math and programming skills are essential, as well as any prior experience in research environments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to conduct frontier robotics research and applying cutting edge techniques to solve real-world challenges.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience programming in Python Experience training ML models (PyTorch or Jax preferred)
Student Assistant
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field Must be registered for at least 6 credit hours with your university during working semesters 3.0 or higher GPA
Preferred Qualifications
Initiative and a strong work ethic Prior research experience (academic, internship, personal projects) Knowledge/experience in robotics and controls Familiarity with Linux systems and Unix tooling C++ programming experience Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas
Hours per Week
10–20 hours per week
U.S. Citizenship Requirements
Not Applicable
Clearance Type Required
None
Housing and Relocation
Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at the USG policy manual.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Research Services
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The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech). Founded in 1934 as the Engineering Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees, supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving research annually for government and industry. GTRI's renowned researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.S. federal government, state, and industry.
Job Description
The Intelligent Sustainable Technologies Division within the Aerospace, Transportation and Advanced Systems Laboratory (ATAS) is seeking a motivated Student Research Assistant, starting Spring 2026, to collaborate on research projects in robotics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. The candidate will collaborate closely with full-time engineers to address challenging robot perception and manipulation problems in complex and unstructured environments. Responsibilities will include evaluating baselines, developing and training models, and running experiments on both simulated and real robot hardware. Strong math and programming skills are essential, as well as any prior experience in research environments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to conduct frontier robotics research and applying cutting edge techniques to solve real-world challenges.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience programming in Python Experience training ML models (PyTorch or Jax preferred)
Student Assistant
Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field Must be registered for at least 6 credit hours with your university during working semesters 3.0 or higher GPA
Preferred Qualifications
Initiative and a strong work ethic Prior research experience (academic, internship, personal projects) Knowledge/experience in robotics and controls Familiarity with Linux systems and Unix tooling C++ programming experience Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas
Hours per Week
10–20 hours per week
U.S. Citizenship Requirements
Not Applicable
Clearance Type Required
None
Housing and Relocation
Housing and relocation assistance are not available for this position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG) and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at the USG policy manual.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Research Services
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