2026 Fall Robotics Engineering Intern: Systems & Applications

GrayMatter Robotics•Carson, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Headquartered in sunny Los Angeles, GrayMatter Robotics is a well-capitalized AI robotics startup serving the manufacturing industry. We empower shop floor workers with our smart robots that assist with tedious and ergonomically challenging tasks, specifically in automated surface finishing. Our proprietary GMR-AI™ software is integrated with state-of-the-art industrial robots, sensors, and tools to create application-specific turnkey solutions for customers through a Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) model. We help manufacturers improve the quality of life for their workforce while increasing production capacity and reducing scrap, repair, and rework costs. As a Robotics Engineering Intern, you will join our Customer Success team onsite in Carson, CA to spearhead advancements in robotic surface treatment applications. Your work will enhance manufacturing efficiency and precision while supporting GMR's mission to innovate and improve industry standards. This is a paid 16-24 week internship running approximately August 2026 through March 2027. Candidates must be available to start no later than September 15, 2026.

Requirements

Currently pursuing or holding a bachelor's degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Experience in iterative design and prototyping of cyber-physical or mechatronic systems
Strong familiarity with AI tools for accelerated development
Exposure to general robotics welcome
Ability to read and interpret C++ and Python
Experience with ROS or ROS2
Strong communication and collaboration skills across multiple teams
Comfortable working in fast-moving environments with shifting priorities
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident (i.e. current green card holder), Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.

Nice To Haves

Currently pursuing or holding an MS degree or higher in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Industry or internship experience in autonomous manufacturing
Experience developing standard operating procedures and technical documentation
Hands-on experience with industrial robots and auxiliary systems
Strong programming skills in C++ and Python
Proficiency in 3D CAD design (any tool)
Familiarity with Linux environments
Experience with Visual Studio Code
Background in one or more of the following: dynamics, controls, motion planning, machine learning, computer vision, computational geometry, or robotics
Familiarity with Docker

Responsibilities

Work alongside our Customer Success team and cross-functional partners to design, implement, and test systems for robotic surface finishing applications
Partner with Senior Application Engineers to support the development of robotic solutions
Participate in rigorous system testing and validation practices
Assist in proof-of-concept development for new customer engagements
Contribute to hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced, ambiguity-tolerant environment
Bring curiosity, attention to detail, and a drive to learn efficient ways of working