Internship | Large Language Model application for data mining

Internship | Large Language Model application for data mining

About this position

The future of our planet depends on innovative technologies which can introduce sustainable solutions to our world. Plastics have been under scrutiny despite their unique performance in packaging, automotive, textile etc. TNO Circular Plastics strives to address the challenges fossil-based plastics face with respect to the environmental impact. This internship aims to shed light into novel bio-based plastics. To accomplish this task TNO uses state-of-the-art techniques in an interdisciplinary project where material science meets artificial intelligence.

What will be your role?

This internship focuses on extending an existing workflow—currently optimized for scientific articles—to extract relevant data from other sources such as material datasheets and technical books. The project includes evaluating various Large Language Model tools to identify the most effective solutions for handling diverse formats and content types.
You will work in a passionate team of scientists, utilizing your skills in programming and computer sciences. The aim of this internship is to provide students with a taste of research outside academia.

What we expect from you

Candidates should be currently pursuing a degree in data science, computer science, or software engineering. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, with experience with Large Language Model is crucial, familiarity with GIT, too. Knowledge in materials and polymer is a plus. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail, are important.

What you'll get in return

• A highly professional, innovative internship environment, within a team of top experts.
• A suitable internship allowance (615 euro for wo-, hbo- and mbo-students, for a full-time internship).
• Possibility of eight hours of free leave per internship month (for a full-time internship).
• A free membership of Jong TNO, where you can meet other TNO professionals and join several activities, such as sports activities, (work-related) courses or the yearly ski-trip.
• Use of a laptop.
• An allowance for travel expenses in case you don’t receive an OV-card.

TNO as an employer

At TNO, we innovate for a healthier, safer and more sustainable life. And for a strong economy. Since 1932, we have been making knowledge and technology available for the common good. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. There is all the space and support for your talent and ambition. You work with people who will challenge you: who inspire you and want to learn from you. Our state-of-the-art facilities are there to realize your vision. What you do at TNO matters: impact makes the difference. Because with every innovation you contribute to tomorrow’s world.

More information about this vacancy?

• Véronique Barthelemy
  • E-mailadres: veronique.barthelemy@tno.nl