2027 Summer Intern, MS/PhD, Sensor Performance Engineer Intern
Waymo•Mountain View, CA
•$70 - $85•Hybrid
About The Position
Waymo is hiring a 2027 summer intern for its Laser team, a collaborative group of electrical, mechanical, optical, and software engineers that designs and builds automotive lidars, evaluates commercially available lidars, and integrates them into Waymo products. The intern will analyze sensor data, design and execute experiments, develop performance metrics and improve operational processes, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders. This is a hybrid onsite internship. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the role is filled.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an MS or PhD program in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience with EE- or physics-based experimental design.
- Experience modeling and rapidly prototyping complex hardware.
- Experience evaluating performance metrics and experimental results.
- Experience with automation using Python, SQL, and scripting.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in signal processing, including advanced filtering, algorithm design, and data extraction.
- Experience with LiDAR, radar, cameras, and general perception hardware.
- Ability to clearly present complex concepts to cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Process and analyze complex sensor datasets to extract key insights.
- Design and execute experiments for validation and testing.
- Develop performance metrics and streamline operational processes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project goals.
Benefits
- Interns are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
