AI Robotics Research Intern - Summer 2027 - Santa Clara, CA
About The Position
We are currently looking for an AI Robotics Research Intern to join our team in Santa Clara, CA. The Manufacturing Robotics and Materials Informatics teams are developing AI-enabled robotic systems to support laboratory automation and next-generation materials research. As an AI Robotics Research Intern, you will work on perception, controls, machine learning, and robotics technologies while contributing to real-world laboratory automation challenges. This internship offers a unique opportunity to help design, prototype, program, and validate intelligent robotic systems that can operate alongside researchers in laboratory environments. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of robotics engineers, AI researchers, data scientists, and materials scientists to advance the future of automation and intelligent systems.
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautics, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience with robotics systems, controls, perception, automation, or IoT technologies.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, and Robot Operating System (ROS).
- Experience with AI development tools and machine learning techniques.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and system integration skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary engineering and research teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- GPA of 3.0 or above (Candidates will be required to provide an official or unofficial transcript during the application process for verification.)
- Ability to perform work onsite in Santa Clara, CA.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with robotic manipulation, mobile robotics, humanoid robotics, or autonomous systems.
- Familiarity with computer vision, sensor fusion, reinforcement learning, or deep learning techniques.
- Experience with simulation platforms such as Gazebo, Isaac Sim, ROS2, or similar robotics frameworks.
- Experience integrating hardware, sensors, actuators, and embedded systems.
- Interest in laboratory automation, advanced manufacturing, or materials research applications.
Responsibilities
- Design, prototype, and test intelligent robotic systems that support laboratory automation and research activities.
- Develop perception, motion control, and machine learning algorithms for robotic and humanoid systems.
- Implement software solutions using Python, C/C++, and ROS-based frameworks.
- Support simulation development, hardware integration, system testing, and validation activities.
- Contribute to laboratory automation workflows that accelerate materials research and experimentation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve robotic system performance, reliability, and usability.
Benefits
- Business Synergy Teams (ERGs)
- Opportunities for employees to strengthen their relationships and connect with colleagues from diverse backgrounds
- Professional Training and Development
- Nissan's rich innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
