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Human-Centered AI Intern, AI & Behavior Change

Toyota Research Institute
Los Altos, California
Internship
Posted November 19, 2025
$45 - $65/hr
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Job Description

A research internship focused on advancing human behavior change through generative AI, involving collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to develop human-in-the-loop systems and contribute to Toyota's broader behavior change initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams of machine learning and behavioral scientists to develop human-in-the-loop systems for behavior change.
  • Develop and test novel AI-driven tools aimed at accelerating and scaling behavior change technologies.
  • Engage in strategy discussions to connect research outcomes with business impact at Toyota.
  • Prepare research manuscripts for publication in competitive venues.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a PhD degree in a relevant field such as computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning, behavioral science, or human-computer interaction.
  • Highly motivated and talented to join a research team focused on human behavior change through the application of generative AI.
  • Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams of machine learning and behavioral scientists to develop and test human-in-the-loop systems.
  • Ability to develop and test novel systems for accelerating and scaling behavior change technologies within a specific research scope.
  • Capability to engage in strategy discussions about how research connects to business impact at Toyota.
  • Ability to prepare a manuscript for publication at a competitive venue.

Benefits & Perks

Paid 12-week summer internship
Hybrid in-office role
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off including holiday pay and sick time

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