Toyota Research Institute Internship Program
Toyota Research Institute interns discuss their work across robotics, vehicle decarbonization, and human-centered AI, and how mentorship and collaboration support their projects at TRI.
In this talk
- 0:17
Intern projects span research areas
Michelle works on gathering data to improve robot policies. Other interns describe projects on preventing robot failures, developing decarbonization strategies for Toyota vehicles and batteries, studying empathy, and working with robotics hardware.
- 0:48
Mentors give interns room to lead
One intern says their mentor lets them direct the project while offering guidance and feedback. Another says mentors help shape early ideas into research, with useful results emerging from that process.
- 1:06
Specialists and resources support collaboration
Interns describe a collaborative environment with experts across specialized fields. They say TRI provides support, technical resources, and the expertise needed to carry projects through.
- 1:35
Research connects to real-world outcomes
One intern finds the link between research and practical implementation tangible. Another values contributing to Toyota’s stated aim of improving people’s lives.
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