Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Imaging Science Intern, Summer 2025 (Gold Rising)  Description Department: Science and Technology Council Reports to: Senior Imaging Engineer Job Type: Seasonal Job Classification: Hourly (Non-exempt) Workplace Location: Los Angeles - Pickford Summary/Objective: The Science and Technology Council is the driving force behind the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences' scientific and technological initiatives. It promotes cooperation among divergent technological interests, provides a forum for the exchange of information, fosters educational activities, and works to preserve the history of the science and technology of motion pictures. One of the Council's major projects is the Academy Color Encoding System (ACES), a free, open device-independent color management and image interchange system. The intern will have the opportunity to learn about, use, and contribute to the ACES project by participating in ACES working groups and assisting with ACES testing and support. The intern will also conduct experiments, analyze data, and write prototyping code. This is a limited-term internship position beginning in June 2025 through August 2025. The hourly wage for this role is $17.28. Essential Functions of the Job: Work with the Senior Imaging Engineer to plan, conduct, and analyze experiments related to color management, color science, and image and color perception. Assist the Sr. Imaging Engineer in writing prototype image-processing and color-management code. Required Competencies: Enrolled in an accredited imaging science, color science, engineering, computer science, photography, or film university degree program. Meets internship program requirements of the degree program. Knowledge and interest in motion picture technology, color science, photographic science, and image engineering. Understanding of basic motion picture and video image capture and processing workflows. Understanding of color management and color science concepts, particularly as applied to the development of color imaging systems. Understanding of basic photographic concepts, such as f-stops, shutter speeds, exposure, optics, etc. Experience solving problems with computer programming languages and scripting languages, such as Matlab, Python, R, Julia, C, C++, shell scripting, etc. Experience with creative tools packages such as Resolve, Nuke, Baselight, Photoshop, etc. Familiarity with Unix-like operating systems (e.g. Mac OS and Linux) and shells (sh, bash, zsh, etc.). Ability to work well independently as well as with others and perform as part of a team. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent attention to detail. Required Vaccination: Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required, including any booster vaccinations as applicable. Exception: Medical and religious accommodations approved by the Office of People & Culture. This internship is part of the Academy's Gold Rising program, an 8-week internship enhancement program that incorporates learning opportunities including an intensive two-day orientation, weekly panels, exclusive networking events, workshops, screenings, and mentorship opportunities with Academy members. CLICK HERE to learn more about Gold Rising. #LI-DNI   Position Requirements   Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal   Position Imaging Science Intern, Summer 2025 (Gold Rising)   Location Los Angeles   About the Organization The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 10,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures.   EOE Statement The Academy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating and valuing diversity in its workforce. Maintaining a diverse workforce is important to the Academy. The Academy enforces a strict policy that prohibits discrimination in hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, or termination, whether on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or genetic information. This includes a workplace that is free of all forms of harassment. Also, to help foster diversity, the Academy uses programs that ensure fairness of opportunity, pay, and growth to all applicants and employees. Every employee of the Academy is required to follow this policy and to preserve the Academy’s commitment to diversity.   This position is currently accepting applications. 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