About CoVar
CoVar is a small, mission-driven AI/ML R&D software company based in Durham, NC and McLean, VA. We build advanced software and machine learning systems that help the DoW detect threats in high-stakes environments and enable biomedical researchers to accelerate discoveries that save lives. Our team is composed of curious, passionate engineers who care deeply about using AI to solve real-world problems that matter.
Internship Overview
- 8-12 weeks – flexible, depending on your schedule
- In-person in Durham, NC
- Competitively paid internship
- Matched with one project based on your current expertise and interests
- Paired with an advisor or project lead who will guide you and help you set and meet your goals
- Concludes with you presenting your work either internally to CoVar or externally to the customer
Interview Timeline
- Accepting applications online from now to mid-November 2026
- Interviews starting in September 2026
- Interview steps consist of a video screening and a code screening
- Offers out by end of November 2026
About the position
You will help CoVar develop software and machine learning algorithms to solve real-world customer problems. You will work with data, develop algorithms, evaluate results, and write the production code that goes onto real-world systems. You may have the opportunity to present your work to high-level customer s in the Do W and in the industry.
Qualifications
Applicants should have e xpertise in P ython (including NumPy , pandas , and other packages) and P y T orch . Deep understanding of machine learning fundamentals (gradient descent, cross-validation, ROC curves, confusion matrices) are necessary. Knowledge of classical machine learning (e.g., support-vector-machines, logistic regression) are valued . Applicants are ideally familiar with some computer vision algorithms (e.g., for object classification ( ResNet , ResNext ) , object detection (e.g., YOLO, CenterNet ) , or image segmentatio n ) and /or other modern image processing AI/ML techniques (vision image transformers, vision language models, etc.) . Previous experience with Do W customers is a plus.
Minimum qualifications
- Software expertise: Python and associated numerical and analytics packages ( NumPy , pandas , etc.) ; git ; PyTorch .
- AI/ML expertise: Machine learning fundamentals ; D eep knowledge of state - of - the - art in any of the following : computer vision (preferred) , natural language processing, classical machine learning, Bayesian models, etc.
- Pursuing B.S., preferably M.S. or Ph.D in engineering, math, computer science, or related field
- Excellent technical communication skills
- Ability to work in Durham, NC (relocation assistance available)
- Work authorization: US citizen
Bonus skills
- Department of War project experience
Benefits
- Competitive hourly wages
- Flexible work schedule
- Hybrid policy (in office at least 3x per week)
Email us: [email protected]
Visit us: www.covar.com