Summer Research Opportunity – AI for Science at UNC-Chapel Hill

Explore AI-Driven Scientific Discovery at the SMILE Lab

Are you passionate about scientific machine learning and ready to work at the cutting edge of AI for Science? The SMILE Lab at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC), part of the School of Data Science and Society (SDSS), is inviting applications for a Summer Research Internship focused on computational wave imaging and scientific machine learning.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique?

As a research intern, you’ll collaborate with leading scientists from:

• UNC-Chapel Hill – School of Data Science and Society
• Los Alamos National Laboratory

You’ll engage in high-impact research in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.
Research Focus Areas

• Real-world challenges in geoscience, energy, and medicine
• Physics-informed AI and advanced analytics for sustainable and health-focused solutions
• Generative AI, computational wave imaging, and deep learning framework

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interest in scientific discovery and solving real-world problems in medical or wave imaging
• Solid foundation in deep learning, including experience with diffusion models, GANs, CNNs, RNNs, or autoencoders
• Proficiency with machine learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras)
• Some prior research experience, ideally with publications in AI or science venue
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong Python programming skills

Education Requirements

• Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students in:
• Computational Sciences, Geophysics, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
• Preference given to students interested in pursuing a PhD in Data Science at UNC-Chapel Hill

Application Requirements

1. Cover Letter
   1. Explain your motivation, relevant qualifications, and research experience
   2. Indicate if you are considering a PhD in Data Science at UNC
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
   1. Include education, research experience, skills, publications, and honors
3. One Reference Letter
   1. Should comment on your academic and research potential

How to Apply
Email Application Materials To:
Prof. Youzuo Lin at yzlin
Subject Line: “Summer Research Internship Application – [Your Name]”
Submit Online:
UNC Application Portal

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