Mechatronics & Robotics Intern- 6 months

SFS Group USA, Inc.•Wyomissing, PA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

SFS is exploring future application fields in advanced mechatronic and robotic systems. To support this exploration, we are offering a 6‑month internship for a highly motivated degree-seeking student with prior exposure to robotics. The role focuses on gaining a structured understanding of advanced humanoid robotic systems, with particular attention to their mechanical and mechatronic aspects. This is a hands‑on, exploratory role at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing, and technology strategy. The role combines technical analysis with market and business-oriented evaluation and does not require software development or coding.

Requirements

Degree-seeking student with prior exposure to robotics
Bachelor's or Master's Degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Robotics (in process)
Experience doing extensive academic research
Prior experience with robotics required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience within in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluation of market players and business opportunity assessment.
Patent landscape analysis, as a key source of state-of-the-art in humanoid robotics.
Analyze the architecture of humanoid and advanced robotic systems, with focus on mechanical and mechatronic components (e.g. actuation, transmission, structural parts, housing).
Component teardown mapping of humanoid robotic systems against the SFS product and technology portfolio, assessing technical fit, manufacturability, scalability, and differentiation potential.
Consolidate findings into structured analyses, comparison tables, and clear conclusions.
Regular, structured updates to a steering board with interested business units.
Travel to SFS production locations to understand capabilities, constraints, and strengths with internal SFS experts.
Other duties as assigned