ML Engineering Intern (2025 Winter ML infra and Model Optimization)

ML Engineering Intern (2025 Winter ML Infra And Model Optimization)

Genies is an avatar technology company powering the next era of interactive digital identity through AI companions. With the Avatar Framework and intuitive creation tools, Genies enables developers, talent, and creators to generate and deploy game-ready AI companions. The company's technology stack supports full customization, AI-generated fashion and props, and seamless integration of user-generated content (UGC). Genies' mission is to become the visual and interactive layer for the LLM-powered internet.

Genies is looking for a ML Infra Intern to join our R&D group this summer. Based either in our Los Angeles or San Mateo offices (Hybrid), you will work closely with a dedicated and talented team of technical artists, engineers and artists. Together, you will explore new concepts and technologies to further Genies' mission of empowering users to develop their own avatar ecosystems. We're looking for someone who is passionate about creating high-quality visuals and has the technical foundation to help us build the next wave of digital identity.

What You'll Be Doing :

• Research State-of-the-Art (SOTA) models, implement model architecture and training loops, and run training experiments.
• Deploy optimized models for image generation and 3D generation across different platforms.
• Apply model compression, quantization, pruning, and optimization techniques to improve inference efficiency and reduce latency.
• Evaluate and benchmark model performance to ensure accuracy, speed, and reliability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and present your findings, insights, and results to the team and broader company.

What You Should Have :

Bonus Skills (Nice-to-Have) :

Starting Salary : $45 / hour

Here's why you'll love working at Genies :

Genies is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an inclusive work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We value diversity, inclusion, and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone.