Internship, Foundation Models

42dot is a mobility AI company committed to solving mobility challenges with software and AI. As the Global Software Center of Hyundai Motor Group, 42dot pioneers the future of mobility by advancing the development of software-defined vehicles.

We develop safety-first, user-centric software-defined vehicle technologies that deliver the latest performance through continuous updates like smartphones. By advancing software and AI technology, 42dot envisions a world where everything is connected and moves autonomously through a self-managing urban transportation operating system.

We’re looking for an intern to help our team develop and evaluate foundation models. You’ll work alongside machine learning engineers, gain experience with model training and fine-tuning, and own a focused project with clear deliverables.

• Reproduce baseline results and understand our models, datasets, and evaluation workflows.
• Implement and evaluate improvements in fine-tuning, data quality, or inference efficiency.
• Run controlled experiments and analyze model performance, computational cost, and failure cases.
• Contribute reusable code, evaluation tools, and technical documentation.
• Present your findings and recommendations to the team.

• Strong Python programming skills and familiarity with PyTorch or a similar framework.
• Understanding of machine learning fundamentals, deep learning, and transformer architectures.
• Experience with an ML project through coursework, research, or personal work.
• Ability to debug problems, interpret experimental results, and communicate clearly.
• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn.

• Working with pretrained models and tools such as Hugging Face Transformers.
• Fine-tuning models, preparing datasets, or building evaluation pipelines.
• Using GPUs, Linux, Git, and experiment tracking tools.

• Application Review
  - Coding Test - 1st interview - 2nd interview
  - Offer Negotiation
  - Hiring
• The screening procedures may vary depending on the position, schedule, or other circumstances.

• In accordance with fair hiring practices, do not include any personal information unrelated to your job qualifications (e.g., Social Security Number, family relations, marital status, age, photo, physical condition, place of birth, etc.) in your resume.
• All documents must be submitted in PDF format and under 30MB in size.
• We strongly encourage applications from U.S. veterans and candidates eligible for employment preference under applicable laws.
• Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• 42dot does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay fees for any such submissions. Equal Opportunity Statement
• 42dot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.