Research Intern, Frontier
Core
Fundamental research on emerging technologies (AI, crypto, hardware, energy, materials, etc.) bridging academic theory and industry practice, collaborating with portfolio companies.
Role type
Research Intern
Builds
Research outputs, white papers, public expository content
Domain
Venture Capital / Frontier Technology Research
Deliverable
research
Required skills
fundamental research, emerging technologies, AI tools, technical background
Preferred skills
undergraduate/graduate degree in CS/Econ/Math/Engineering/Physics/Chemistry/Biology, experience producing fundamental research
Technologies
latest generation of AI tools
Responsibilities
Pursue fundamental research on topics relevant to the firm, Collaborate with a16z Frontier's full-time researchers and other student interns, Collaborate with portfolio companies on technical research problems, Contribute to blog posts, white papers, and other public expository content, Meet with visitors from academia and industry and attend research seminars
Seniority
Intern