Work with us
We are always looking for great team members! Our work spans many disciplines and applications areas, which enables us to find the perfect projects for you. When working with us, you will develop the following skills: optimization, physics simulation, fabrication methods, mechanical design, user experience design. Prior experience is welcome, but not necessary.
See our list of up-to-date opportunities: bit.ly/isl-opportunities (accessible to the CMU community)
Research assistants and Independent study
We are also always working with CMU undergraduate and masters students on research projects. For an overview of research directions, please check out our opportunities page. Check back regularly as this document is updated frequently.
To join a project, please email the contact person as listed in the project description and include the following information:
- Your CV, incl. a list of your skills.
- An overview of your work (website or pdf).
- A list of relevant classes taken or your latest inofficial transcript.
- Your preferred starting date.
PhD students and Internships
If you are interested in a PhD position with us, please make sure to apply to HCII. Find all information and deadlines on the HCII admissions site.
We are also accepting applications for internship positions. To apply, please send an email to Prof. Alexandra Ion and include:
- Your CV, incl. a list of your skills.
- Work samples: a website providing an overview of your work. For group projects, please clarify what your contributions were.
- Your latest grade transcript.
- Your preferred starting date and internship duration.
- E-Mail addresses of two recommendation letter writers.