JPMorgan Chase’s Global Technology Applied Research team conducts research in cutting-edge emerging technologies, such as Quantum Computing and Communication, Cloud Computing and Networking, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing (Ubicomp), Internet of Things (IoT), Security and Privacy, Computer Vision, and Edge Computing. Our firm is seeking a passionate junior or senior researcher and thought leader to perform applied research and development of novel solutions in Immersive Technology. We are seeking candidates across all fields related to Immersive Technology. As a key member of the GT Applied Research R&D team, you will work closely with internal project teams, senior management, and external communities alike in a way that is beneficial to the technical teams in the company. You will cultivate investigations into these areas, produce research solutions in collaboration with the internal project teams, and contribute to the firm’s intellectual property and scientific reputation by producing patent applications and scholarly articles.

What to Expect

As a summer associate, your role will begin in June 2024, depending on your academic schedule. Your professional growth and development will be supported throughout the internship program via project work related to your academic and professional interests, mentorship, interaction with senior stakeholders and more. Our areas of focus include all areas related to understanding and implementing effective Immersive Technology solutions, including Immersive Analytics and 3D Visualization, Collaboration, Social and Collaborative Computing, HCI, HCC, Computer Graphics, Software Systems, Accessibility, Machine Learning, and Privacy & Security. Full-time employment offers may be extended upon successful completion of the program.

About You
We are looking for innovative problem-solvers with a passion for turning scientific research into commercial, business value. The focus of your role will be to:

• Advance the field of Immersive Technology and Applications, including software technology, application research, user interaction, and user experience
• Provide novel research solutions to problems faced by internal project teams
• Work with other researchers to document your findings in scientific papers
• Contribute to JPMC’s IP by pursuing necessary protections of generated IP

Key Qualifications/Skills:

• 1+ years of experience with one or more of the following areas:
• Strong system implementation and/or prototyping skills using Web technology and or game engines such as Unity
• Experience in scientific technical writing, as well as grant applications or research proposals
• Working knowledge of common research evaluation frameworks and techniques appropriate to your area
• Excellent analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills and demonstrated research ability
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present findings to a non-technical audience
• Enrolled in a master’s or Ph.D. degree program in math, science, engineering, computer science, human-centered computing, or related fields
• No prior experience in financial markets required
• Augmented, Mixed, and Virtual Reality (AR/VR/MR)
• 3D Visualization and/or Immersive Analytics
• Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) or Human-Centered Computing (HCC)
• Privacy and Security
• Accessibility
• Machine Learning
• Computer Graphics
• Social and Collaborative Computing
• Cloud Computing / Networking
• Distributed Systems

What’s Next?

We will review summer internship applications as they are received and extend offers on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage that you apply early as programs will close as positions are filled.

JPMorgan Chase is committed to creating an inclusive work environment that respects all people for their unique skills, backgrounds and professional experiences. We strive to hire qualified, diverse candidates, and we will provide reasonable accommodations for known disabilities.

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