Robotics Intern, Mechanical Engineering
About The Position
Toyota Research Institute (TRI) is seeking an engineering student for a paid, 12-week internship contributing to its robot hardware development and testing group. This is a hybrid, in-office role focused on developing and testing robotic hardware. The intern will design, fabricate, order, and assemble robotic systems and test spaces, including structural and electromechanical components. They will work across disciplines to define project requirements and support project needs, including rapid iteration on robot component designs and maintenance and repair of robotic systems. The intern will also help keep the robotics lab safe, clean, and effective; plan, execute, document, and communicate testing activities; and provide clear, accurate reporting of test conditions and results. Occasional travel may be required, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Requirements
- Be an engineering student at the undergraduate or master's level with a hardware-oriented concentration.
- Understand common mechanical components and robot sensors.
- Have experience with common rapid prototyping techniques and equipment, such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and hand tools.
- Have solid fundamentals in mechanical CAD software, such as Onshape or SolidWorks.
- Have experience designing, executing, and summarizing system tests.
- Desire to deploy and test robots both inside and outside the lab.
- Be willing to communicate and ask questions when in doubt.
Nice To Haves
- Experience designing for small-scale contract manufacturing and assembly.
- Electronic assembly skills, including crimping, soldering, and wire routing, and debugging experience.
- Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, C++, or similar.
- Demonstrable written and verbal communication skills, including use of design documents and systems drawings.
Responsibilities
- Design, fabricate, order, and assemble robotic systems and test spaces, including structural and electromechanical components.
- Work with team members across disciplines to define project requirements and support project needs.
- Rapidly iterate on robot component designs.
- Maintain and repair robotic systems.
- Help ensure the robotic lab remains safe, clean, and effective.
- Plan, execute, document, and communicate testing activities.
- Provide clear and accurate reporting of test conditions and results.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off, including holiday pay and sick time
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Career Level
Intern
