Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. The Advanced Technology Group (ATG) is the research division of the company. ATG’s mission is to look ahead, deliver insights, and innovate technological solutions that will fuel Dolby’s continued growth. As a valued member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continuously push the boundaries of audio, imaging, and cloud technology to create spectacular entertainment experiences.
As a diverse and dynamic group, our ATG researchers work on cutting-edge projects related to computer science and electrical engineering for audio, video, and cloud technologies, exploring exciting domains such as AI/ML, algorithms, digital signal processing, audio processing, image processing, computer vision, AR/VR, data science & analytics, distributed systems, cloud, edge & mobile computing, computer networking, and IoT.
About the Role
As a Research Intern – Volumetric Representation at Dolby, you will have the opportunity to work on the cutting-edge and impactful topics in the field. With the guidance of Dolby’s leading media technology experts, you will address industry-relevant, real-world volumetric representation problems aimed at creating advanced consumer experience in multimedia entertainment.
This opportunity will be based at our research offices in Sunnyvale, California.
What are we looking for in candidates?
We are seeking current PhDstudents with backgrounds and experiences in volumetric representation, specifically in Gaussian Splatting To be eligible, you should have completed at least one year of your doctoral program. Along with solid technical skills, candidates should demonstrate problem-solving and analytical abilities, good communication and collaboration skills, a curiosity for how and why things work as they do, and a passion for volumetric video, or 3D/4D reconstruction and interaction technology. You have a desire to bring in new ideas and are open to learning from others.
of Position:
We are a key research team within Dolby’s Advanced Technology Group, focused on creating cutting edge imaging, video processing, computer vision, vision language, and multimodal technologies that drive next generation consumer experiences. We are looking for strong candidates with an interest in one or more of the following areas:
Mesh and texture, 3D Gaussian Splatting, or other volumetric representations
Interactive 3D experiences such as relighting or material interaction
Machine-learning driven representations of geometry and material
Physically based and learning-based rendering approaches
Requirements
PhD in Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
Proven ability to conduct research and demonstrate results through projects, prototypes, patent filings, and papers in peer reviewed journals and conferences.
Experience as a researcher, including internships, full-time positions, or at a lab.
Proficiency in Python and PyTorch
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Highly Desired Experience in the following:
Creating demos and prototypes for research applications.
Developing innovative solutions for volumetric representations
Writing technical reports and/or publications.
First-author publications at peer-reviewed conferences or journals.
We will review applications on a rolling basis. For the best chance to have your resume reviewed and considered, we recommend submitting your application byJune 26, 2026.
Eligibility:
Currently enrolled in a doctorate program in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Must be available to work full-time Monday – Friday for 12 weeks between September 2026 – December 2026.
The start date for this internship is as follows (please note these dates are not flexible):
September 21, 2026
The San Francisco/Bay Area base hourly range for this internship position is $62/hrand can vary if outside of this location. Our hourly ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific hourly range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.
Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, and Administrative Code, Article 12
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
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Making experiences come alive through technology is what we do. It's been our mission since day one.
It began with our founder, Ray Dolby, a visionary scientist and inventor. As a young engineer and music lover, he was driven to improve the listening experience. And with that simple motivation, plus countless hours of experimentation, he created a solution—a solution that was elegant and practical, highly sophisticated, and wholly devoted to the artist's vision. Even as we've become a global company, Dolby Laboratories continues to reflect Ray Dolby's values. Here, science meets art. And high tech goes far beyond computer code.
Founded in 1965 and headquartered in San Francisco, Dolby has grown into a leading global innovator and developer of audio, imaging and voice technologies for cinema, home theaters, PCs, mobile phones, and games. Our products include Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD, Dolby Voice, Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision. Today, over 2,000 individuals around the globe share their talents and energy to enable the most immersive experiences that technology can deliver.
