Brain-to-Text Communication Internship Application

Brain-to-Text Communication Internship Application

Are you passionate about the intersection of neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and assistive technology? Our brain-to-text communication internship offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge neural decoding algorithms that translate brain signals into written communication, helping individuals with locked-in syndrome and other severe communication disorders regain their voice.

What is Brain-to-Text Communication?

Brain-to-text communication represents one of the most promising frontiers in assistive technology. Using advanced neural decoding algorithms and machine learning, this technology interprets brain signals—captured through EEG, ECoG, or other brain-computer interface (BCI) methods—and translates them into written language. For individuals living with locked-in syndrome, ALS, severe stroke, or traumatic brain injury, this technology offers a lifeline to the outside world.

Why This Internship Matters

Locked-in syndrome affects thousands of people worldwide, leaving them fully conscious but unable to move or speak. Traditional communication methods often fail these individuals, but brain-to-text technology is changing that reality. As an intern on our team, you'll contribute directly to research and development that has the potential to restore communication abilities and dramatically improve quality of life.

What You'll Learn and Experience

This internship provides hands-on experience across multiple disciplines:

• Neural Decoding Algorithms: Work with state-of-the-art machine learning models designed to interpret neural signals with high accuracy and minimal latency
• Language Processing: Apply natural language processing (NLP) techniques to improve prediction accuracy, context awareness, and communication speed
• Signal Processing: Learn advanced techniques for filtering, analyzing, and interpreting brain signals from various recording modalities
• Assistive Technology Design: Understand user-centered design principles specific to individuals with severe motor impairments
• Clinical Research: Gain exposure to ethical considerations, clinical trial protocols, and real-world applications in healthcare settings

Who Should Apply

We're looking for motivated students and early-career professionals from diverse academic backgrounds, including:

• Neuroscience and cognitive science
• Computer science and artificial intelligence
• Electrical engineering and biomedical engineering
• Linguistics and computational linguistics
• Human-computer interaction and assistive technology design
• Data science and machine learning

Whether you're pursuing an internship for academic credit or professional development, we welcome applicants who demonstrate genuine curiosity, collaborative spirit, and commitment to making a meaningful impact.

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About Our Team and Commitment

Our multidisciplinary team includes neuroscientists, machine learning engineers, clinical researchers, and patient advocates who all share a common mission: to develop brain-to-text technology that is accurate, accessible, and truly empowering for users. We're committed to creating an inclusive internship environment where diverse perspectives are valued and early-career researchers receive meaningful mentorship.

We believe that the best assistive technology is developed in close collaboration with the communities it serves. Throughout your internship, you'll have opportunities to engage with individuals living with locked-in syndrome and other communication disorders, ensuring that your technical work remains grounded in real human needs.

Making an Impact in Neurotechnology

The brain-to-text communication field is advancing rapidly, with recent breakthroughs demonstrating communication rates approaching natural speech speeds. By joining our internship program, you'll position yourself at the forefront of this revolution in assistive technology and neural engineering. The skills you develop—from neural signal processing to ethical AI design—will be valuable across the broader neurotechnology industry, whether your future lies in research, clinical applications, or commercial development.

Ready to Apply?

Complete the application form below to be considered for our next internship cohort. We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact qualified candidates within two to three weeks of submission. If you have questions about the program, technical requirements, or accessibility accommodations, please reach out to our internship coordinator using the contact information provided in the form.

Join us in building technology that truly changes lives—one decoded thought at a time.