Physical AI Manufacturing Intern - Summer 2027 - Smyrna, TN
About The Position
Nissan is seeking a Physical AI Manufacturing Intern to join its Manufacturing Strategy Innovation team in Smyrna, Tennessee, for a 12-week summer program in 2027. The team identifies, evaluates, and implements innovative AI technologies across Nissan North America manufacturing plants to support competitiveness and quality goals. The intern will collaborate on Physical AI projects involving robotics, vision inspection, and simulation, gain exposure to manufacturing engineering, and lead a project supporting AI-enabled devices and advanced manufacturing technologies. The intern will gain hands-on experience with manufacturing automation and advanced manufacturing technologies, work with Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, and support project phases from proposal development through design, simulation, prototyping, coding, and testing. The role also includes tracking trial results, preparing reports, and participating in internship activities, networking, and professional development opportunities. The position requires onsite work in Smyrna, TN.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or master's degree program in Robotics Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Entering junior or senior year at the start of the upcoming academic term.
- Experience with robotics, controls, perception systems, and IoT technologies.
- Working knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C/C++, and ROS.
- Basic knowledge of AI development and coding tools.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- GPA of 3.0 or above; an official or unofficial transcript is required during the application process for verification.
- Ability to work onsite in Smyrna, TN.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility must be verified at hire.
- Sponsorship is not available.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with machine vision, computer vision, or AI-enabled inspection systems.
- Exposure to industrial robotics, automation equipment, or manufacturing technologies.
- Experience with simulation, modeling, or digital twin applications.
- Knowledge of machine learning, artificial intelligence, or data analytics concepts.
- Interest in advanced manufacturing, smart factories, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
Responsibilities
- Gain hands-on experience with manufacturing automation systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to identify process improvement and operational efficiency opportunities.
- Support project phases including proposal development, technical design, simulation and modeling, hardware prototyping, coding, and testing.
- Collaborate on Physical AI projects involving robotics, vision inspection systems, and digital simulation technologies.
- Track trial results and create reports summarizing findings, recommendations, and outcomes.
- Participate in internship program activities, networking events, and professional development opportunities.
Benefits
- Business Synergy Teams (ERGs) and opportunities to build relationships across diverse backgrounds.
- Professional training and development through innovation offerings, seminars, learning platforms, and leadership training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
