Toyota Research Institute

Human-Centered AI Intern: Human-Computer Interaction

Human-Computer Interaction Intern

Currently enrolled in a PhD program; strong methodological training; experience with prototype design and mixed-methods research; ability to work autonomously and collaboratively.

Analyst

1+ year of relevant work experience; bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field; strong communication and analytical skills.

Senior Research Engineer, Mechanical Intuition in Multimodal Models

Senior Research Engineer

MS in Computer Science, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering; several years of industry/research experience; strong software system design; experience in computational geometry, CAD/CAM or graphics; high-performance geometry processing or modeling experience; interest in manufacturing and simulation.

Machine Learning Research Scientist, Mechanical Intuition in Multimodal Models

Machine Learning Research Scientist

PhD in a related field, strong ML pipeline development, experience with policy/ RL, Python proficiency, interest in manufacturing.

Postdoctoral Researcher, Real-Time Generative AI for Automotive XR

Postdoctoral Researcher

PhD in ML/CS/EE or related field; strong ML/CV background; publications; Python; Linux; XR/real-time AI experience; ability to lead research.

ML Research Engineer, Interpretable AI for End-to-End Automated Driving

ML Research Engineer

Research in interpretable AI for end-to-end automated driving; develop and evaluate ML models; publish findings; collaborate across teams; contribute to safe, scalable systems.

Human-Centered AI Intern, CAD Design Reasoning Machine Learning

Human-Centered AI Intern

PhD candidate in Computer Science or Machine Learning; experience with CAD boundary representations (B-rep) and libraries like pythonocc-core; deep generative models for CAD; strong design and research publications; autonomous work style and collaboration.

VC Associate

4+ years of related work experience; degree in a relevant field; strong understanding of deep tech; excellent written and verbal communication; ability to analyze industry trends.

Senior AI Research Scientist – Human Behavior and Carbon Neutrality

Senior AI Research Scientist

PhD or equivalent, 3+ years ML research experience in industry, extensive ML/LLM knowledge, strong Python/C++/Java, deep learning frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow), data science skills, cloud tools (Databricks, PySpark, SQL).

Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer with 8+ years in data-intensive systems; Python/SQL, ETL, cloud, and robotics familiarity.

Senior Software Engineer

Senior software engineer with 10+ years in C++/Python, robotics or embedded systems, and experience across autonomy software stacks.

Senior Machine Learning Researcher, Large Behavior Models & Diffusion Policy

Senior Machine Learning Researcher

PhD or equivalent in a robotics-relevant or embodied-AI field; strong publication record; experience training large-scale models; proficient in Python and C++.

Title	Location	Date
Human-Centered AI Intern: Human-Computer Interaction Internship · $94K-$135K/yr Los Altos, California, United States · Hybrid	Los Altos, California, United States Hybrid	Apr 20, 2026
Analyst Full Time · $89K-$120K · 1+ YOE San Francisco or Los Altos · Hybrid	San Francisco or Los Altos Hybrid	Apr 13, 2026
Senior Research Engineer, Mechanical Intuition in Multimodal Models Full Time · $162K-$259K Los Altos or Cambridge · Hybrid	Los Altos or Cambridge Hybrid	Apr 2, 2026
Machine Learning Research Scientist, Mechanical Intuition in Multimodal Models Full Time · $158K-$253K Los Altos or Cambridge · Hybrid	Los Altos or Cambridge Hybrid	Apr 2, 2026
Postdoctoral Researcher, Real-Time Generative AI for Automotive XR Full Time, Temporary · $152K-$219K Los Altos, California, United States · Onsite	Los Altos, California, United States Onsite	Apr 1, 2026
ML Research Engineer, Interpretable AI for End-to-End Automated Driving Full Time · $176K-$253K Los Altos, California, United States · Onsite	Los Altos, California, United States Onsite	Feb 23, 2026
Human-Centered AI Intern, CAD Design Reasoning Machine Learning Internship, Full Time, Contract, Temporary, Seasonal, Volunteer · $94K-$135K/yr Los Altos, California, United States · Hybrid	Los Altos, California, United States Hybrid	Feb 18, 2026
VC Associate Full Time · $120K-$155K · 4+ YOE Los Altos or San Francisco · Hybrid	Los Altos or San Francisco Hybrid	Jan 22, 2026
Senior AI Research Scientist – Human Behavior and Carbon Neutrality Full Time · $200K-$300K · 3+ YOE Los Altos, California, United States · Hybrid	Los Altos, California, United States Hybrid	Nov 6, 2025
Senior Data Engineer Full Time · $180K-$270K · 8+ YOE Los Altos, California, United States · Hybrid	Los Altos, California, United States Hybrid	Aug 4, 2025
Senior Software Engineer Full Time · $180K-$270K · 10+ YOE Los Altos, California, United States · Hybrid	Los Altos, California, United States Hybrid	Aug 4, 2025
Senior Machine Learning Researcher, Large Behavior Models & Diffusion Policy Full Time · $200K-$300K Los Altos, California, United States · Hybrid	Los Altos, California, United States Hybrid	Mar 26, 2025

Activities	Artificial intelligence researchRobotics developmentAutonomous driving researchMaterials science discoveryMachine learning research
Headquarters	US
Industries	Research and DevelopmentArtificial Intelligence
Name	Toyota Research Institute
Employees	440
Type	Private
Parent Company	Toyota Motor Corporation
Subsidiaries	Toyota Ventures
Tagline	Researches artificial intelligence and robotics for future mobility.
Founded	2,016
Website	tri.global
Latest Funding Round	Corporate Round
Latest Funding Year	2,016
Latest Funding Amount	1,000,000,000
Latest Investors	Toyota Motor Corporation

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