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Industrial AI Internship

Company: Hitachi America, Ltd.

Division: Research & Development (R&D) | Industrial AI Lab

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Status: Intern

Duration: 3 months+ (Jan - March 2026)

About Hitachi, Ltd.

Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors - Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries - and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.

Summary

Hitachi America, Ltd. (http://www.hitachi-america.us/) has openings for Interns in the Industrial AI lab located in Silicon Valley. The mission of this team is to help create new and innovative solutions that utilize artificial intelligence and advanced analytics of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The IT innovation team focuses on research, technology innovation, proof-of-concept activities, technical marketing and business development for novel AI solutions, leveraging Hitachi's technologies, reinforcing Hitachi's messaging around big data, and establishing Hitachi as a leader in Industrial AI.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated intern with a strong foundation in systems engineering and AI to contribute to the development of intelligent industrial control systems. This role sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, industrial automation, robotics, and multi-modal sensing. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and prototype AI-driven solutions that interface with PLCs and control real-world industrial processes.

Ideal candidates will have experience or interest in PLC programming, control systems, and applying AI techniques to optimize or automate industrial operations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with research scientists, engineers, and product teams to design and implement AI-driven industrial automation systems.

• Develop algorithms and system components that integrate with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols for real-time control of machinery and processes.

• Prototype and test AI models for predictive maintenance, process optimization, and adaptive control in industrial environments.

• Collect, preprocess, and analyze industrial data from sensors, actuators, and control systems to support model development and evaluation.

• Assist in the deployment and monitoring of AI models in live industrial systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and robustness.

• Maintain technical documentation and support internal training on AI-assisted industrial automation best practices.

• Contribute to discussions on AI safety, reliability, and ethical considerations in autonomous industrial systems.

Qualifications

• MS/PhD candidate in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, AI, Control Systems, or a related field.

• Mandatory: Practical experience with PLC programming and industrial automation systems

• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, Python programming, and data analysis for control applications.

• Familiarity with MQTT and industrial communication protocols for sensor and actuator integration.

• Familiarity with control theory, embedded systems, and real-time system monitoring.

• Experience with industrial IoT, robotics, or adaptive control methods is a plus.

• Understanding of reinforcement learning (RL) or adaptive control methods is a bonus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with industrial simulation environments (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Factory I/O, Digital Twins).

• Contributions to open-source industrial automation or AI projects.

• Publications or technical blog posts in AI, control systems, or industrial automation domains.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge Industrial AI technology and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.

• Exposure to a diverse range of Industrial AI use cases and the chance to learn from industry experts.

• Competitive compensation and the potential for career growth within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative and supportive team culture that encourages continuous learning and professional development.

If you are passionate about Industrial AI, have a strong background in research and engineering, and are eager to join a team that is pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.

Our Values

We are proud to say we are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to any factor that doesn't impact your ability to do the job, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We are proud of Japanese heritage, with our values expressed through the Hitachi Spirit:

Wa - Harmony, Trust, Respect

Makoto - Sincerity, Fairness, Honesty, Integrity

Kaitakusha-Seishin - Pioneering Spirit, Challenge

For California only (as required by California's Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act (SB 1162): A good faith estimate ofthe expected hourly rate for this position in our California upon hire is $40-45/hr. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Employees are eligible to participate in Hitachi America's variable pay program, subject to the program's conditions and restrictions.

Qualified Applicants with arrest or Conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at Hitachi, please send the nature of request and contact information to accommodation@hal.hitachi.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.