Dolby Careers PhD Research Intern Volumetric Representation (Fall 2026)
Job Location:
Sunnyvale, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. TheAdvanced Technology Group(ATG) is the research division of the company. ATGs mission is to look ahead deliver insights and innovate technological solutions that will fuel Dolbys continued growth. As a valued member of the Dolby teamyoullsee and hear the results of your work everywhere from movie theaters to smartphones. We continuously push the boundaries ofaudioimaging andcloudtechnology to create spectacular entertainment experiences.
As a diverse and dynamic group our ATG researchers work on cutting-edge projects related to computer science and electrical engineering for audio video and cloud technologies exploring exciting domains such as AI/ML algorithms digital signal processing audio processing image processing computer vision AR/VR data science & analytics distributed systems cloud edge & mobile computing computer networking and IoT.
About the Role:
As aResearch Intern Volumetric Representationat Dolbyyou will have the opportunity to work on thecutting-edgeand impactful topics in the field. With the guidance of Dolbys leading media technology experts you will address industry-relevantreal-worldvolumetric representationproblems aimed at creating advanced consumer experience in multimedia entertainment.
This opportunity will be based at our research offices inSunnyvale California.
What are we looking for in candidates
We are seeking currentPhDstudents with backgrounds and experiences involumetric representation specifically inGaussian Splatting. To be eligible you should have completed at least one year of your doctoral program. Along with solid technical skills candidates shoulddemonstrateproblem-solving and analytical abilitiesgood communicationand collaboration skillsa curiosity for how and why things work as they do and a passion forvolumetricvideo or3D/4Dreconstruction and have a desire to bring in new ideas and are open to learning from others.
Summary of Position:
We are a key research team within Dolbys Advanced Technology Group focused on creatingcutting edgeimaging video processing computer vision vision language and multimodal technologies that drive next generation consumer experiences. We are looking for strong candidates with an interest in one or more of the following areas:
Mesh andtexture 3D Gaussian Splatting or other volumetric representations
Interactive 3D experiences such as relighting or material interaction
Machine-learning driven representations of geometry and material
Physically based and learning-based rendering approaches
Requirements:
PhD inComputer GraphicsComputer ScienceElectrical Engineeringor related field.
Proven ability toconduct research anddemonstrateresults through projects prototypes patent filings and papers in peer reviewed journals and conferences.
Experience as a researcher including internships full-timepositions orat a lab.
Proficiencyin PythonandPyTorch
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly Desired Experience in the following:
Creating demos and prototypes for research applications.
Developing innovative solutions forvolumetric representations
Writingtechnical reports and/or publications.
First-author publications at peer-reviewed conferences or journals.
We will review applications on a rolling basis. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Eligibility:
Currently enrolled in a doctorate program inArtificial Intelligence Computer Science Electrical EngineeringComputer Engineering or a related field. Must be available to work full-time Monday Friday for12 weeksbetweenSeptember 2026 December 2026.
The start date for this internship is as follows (please note these dates are not flexible):
September 21 2026
The San Francisco/Bay Area base hourly range for this internship position is $62/hrand can vary if outside of this location. Our hourly ranges are determined by role level and location. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific hourly range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.
Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code Article 49 and Administrative Code Article 12
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race religious creed color age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin religion marital status family status medical condition disability military service pregnancy childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal state and local laws and ordinances.
Required Experience:
Intern
About Company
Dolby creates audio, visual, and voice technologies for movies, TV, music, and gaming. Experience it all in the immersive sound and stunning picture of Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision.
