Intern – Classification Algorithm Development
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Job Description
About Canon Production Printing:
Canon Production Printing is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-tech printing products and workflow software for the commercial printing market. A subsidiary of Canon, a worldwide provider of imaging technologies and services, Canon Production Printing operates across three continents with approximately 3300 employees (as of the end of 2022). Its global headquarters are located in Venlo, the Netherlands.
Job Description: Classification Algorithm Intern
Job Title: Intern – Classification Algorithm Development
About the Role: This internship focuses on developing a classification algorithm, potentially leveraging machine learning, to automate the assessment of print quality. The intern will play a key role in improving the efficiency of the current manual classification process.
Responsibilities:
• Sample Format Design: The internship begins with designing a standardized photo image format for print quality samples, ensuring this format is effective for use within the classification algorithm.
• Algorithm Selection/Model Training: The intern will then select an appropriate classification algorithm or train a machine learning model to automatically classify print quality based on the standardized images.
• Collaboration: The intern will work closely with and receive support from numerous experts within Canon Production Printing’s R&D team throughout the project.
Project Goal: Create a robust and accurate classification algorithm that automates the assessment of print quality from standardized photo images.
Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a BSc degree in Embedded Software or Data Science.
• Strong interest and demonstrated skills in Machine Learning.
• Ability to thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Availability for a 4-6 month internship starting in February 2025, working a minimum of 5 days per week.
Benefits:
• Challenging assignment with skilled coaching.
• Internship/Graduation compensation of €500,- per month.
• Travel cost compensation (if not possessing an ‘OV-weekcard’).
• Networking opportunities with professionals within and outside the intern’s field of expertise, due to the diverse disciplines within the company.
• Company Culture: Canon Production Printing emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and ownership, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to excel and contribute meaningfully.
