Leonardo.AI is an Australian generative AI start-up that has recently raised $47 million in funding.

The Sydney-based company is aimed at people in creative industries, including gaming, advertising, fashion and architecture. It lets users save, edit and build images and video in real time, including dedicated model training for custom creations. Leonardo.Ai aims to be one of the biggest players in the generative AI space, and we are looking for talent to join the research team.

Leonardo.Ai offers four fully funded 3-month internships, paying a $3,000 AUD monthly stipend. You will be embedded into our research lab and will conduct research under the following broad themes:

• Generative AI and LLMs;
• Deep learning;
• Neural Networks,
• Diffusion models;
• High performance computing.

In this internship, you will be paired with one of our generative AI researchers and you will work on a bleeding-edge project that will directly impact the company and site. This offers a unique opportunity to learn Generative AI skills from a leading Australian company, including being mentored by the engineers and researchers breaking ground in this field.

Requirements:

• Current PhD students (ideally 2nd to 3rd year) studying AI, Computer Vision, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent experience outside of academia.
• A high level of coding experience in Python, Linux, PyTorch and GitHub is desirable.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated aptitude for research and high-functioning curiosity.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to our research methods and technologies.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to commit to a full-time internship for the duration.
• The ability to travel weekly to our Sydney office is desirable, but remote applicants (international included) are also welcome.

We anticipate students will take a leave of absence from their PhD, or integrate the internship into their PhD work.

We anticipate that successful applicants will start working with us in mid-March.

Why Leonardo Ai?

• Impact the Future of AI: Contribute to a unique opportunity to revolutionise content creation and build a platform at the forefront of generative AI.
• Hybrid and Remote Options: We understand that flexibility is key. Choose a work arrangement that suits your lifestyle and allows you to do your best work. Our hybrid team members gather in the office 1-2 times per week on average, and we cater lunch on Fridays.
• Sydney Headquarters: Our stunning office overlooking Neutral Bay serves as a collaborative space where teams come together to ideate, innovate, and build lasting relationships.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We recognise the importance of having a diverse team. We actively seek individuals from varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard, valued, and contributes to our collective success.

What to expect during your interview process with us

While we love technology, rest assured our interview process is all human. Your application will be reviewed by a member of our recruitment team and we'll be in touch either way to let you know the outcome. Here's what you can expect:

• Meet your recruiter: your friendly recruiter will schedule a 30 minute screening call with you to find out why you're interested in Leonardo and learn more about your experience so far.
• Technical challenge: if you're applying for a technical role, there may be a short challenge to complete before moving to the next stage.
• Meet your hiring manager: you'll spend time with the hiring manager for the role where they'll discuss your experience in depth with you.
• Leadership interview: you'll meet someone from the leadership team at Leonardo as a final stage.

If there are any adjustments we can make that would make you more comfortable at any point of the interview process, please don't hesitate to let us know.