[Remote] Computer Vision PhD Intern (Spring 2026)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Reality Defender is an award-winning cybersecurity company focused on detecting deepfakes and AI-generated media. They are seeking a PhD intern to collaborate with their AI team on cutting-edge research in deepfake detection and contribute to peer-reviewed publications. Responsibilities Investigate new methods for generative image/video detection Collaborate with researchers in the team Perform research of deepfake image/video detection Write up results of research for internal reports and submission to academic journals/workshops Independently implement and evaluate ideas on modern deep learning stack - Python, PyTorch, and GPU-enabled cloud compute, like AWS/GCP Skills PhD student in a relevant technical field Experience in computer vision Proficient in Python and in building deep learning models with PyTorch Published peer-reviewed research papers in reputable computer vision venues, e.g. CVPR, ICCV, NeurIPS Excited about Reality Defender's mission to build a best-in-class and comprehensive deepfake and AI-generated media detection platform Available to start a research project in Spring of 2026 Company Overview Reality Defender is a deep-fake and AI-generated media detection platform that helps to detect AI-generated and manipulated content. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Reality Defender has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 2 in 2024, 2 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.