Research Intern at Canon USA in Irvine, CA

Summary: Canon USA is an innovative global digital imaging leader seeking passionate undergraduate students for their 2026 Canon Insights Summer Internship Program. Interns will participate in significant work projects, gaining hands-on experience in research and development, particularly in areas like computer vision and machine learning. Responsibilities: - Investigate the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential inventions, products and problems - Focus on creating and designing models for software solutions - Plan and execute applied research - Carry out research and development in one or more of the following areas: Computer Vision Applications - 3D computer vision, including 3D pose estimation, 3D computer graphics and modeling, including Gaussian Splatting or Neural Radiance Field Models - 3D point cloud & mesh generation - Real-time vision applications, Virtual and Augmented Reality - Lighting condition analysis - Image and video analysis and understanding - Machine learning including state of the art deep learning applications: Generative Adversarial Networks, Object Detection, Semantic/ Instance Segmentation, Natural Language Processing (NLP) - Contribute to Canon’s intellectual property portfolio - Work with research team on investigations, software products, and software prototypes Required Qualifications: - An enrolled undergraduate student who is currently a junior and entering their senior year as of Summer 2026, pursuing a Bachelor's degree aligned with the department of interest - A strong communicator—both written and verbal—with advanced proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Chat, Calendar and Drive) - Brings the ability to thrive as a collaborative team player while also working independently with confidence and enthusiasm - Working experience in C/C++, Python, and/or Matlab - Experience with libraries such as OpenCV, libgphoto, keras/tensorflow, PyTorch, and CUDA - The ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast moving, multi-cultural environment - Experience working in an Agile environment - Experience with software development for imaging devices - Experience working in the VR & AR industry Required Skills: C/C++, Python, Matlab, OpenCV, libgphoto, Keras, TensorFlow, PyTorch, CUDA, Computer Vision, 3D Computer Vision, 3D Pose Estimation, 3D Computer Graphics, Gaussian Splatting, Neural Radiance Field Models, 3D Point Cloud Generation, Mesh Generation, Real-time Vision Applications, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Lighting Condition Analysis, Image Analysis, Video Analysis, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks, Object Detection, Semantic Segmentation, Instance Segmentation, Natural Language Processing, Agile Environment, Software Development for Imaging Devices, VR & AR Industry, Independent work Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, Discretionary profit sharing, Discretionary success sharing, Educational assistance, Recognition programs, Vacation