ME, Robotics Intern

Robotics intern
Collaborative Robotics
Santa Clara, California, United States

About the role:
Are you a curious, hands-on problem solver who’s passionate about building and tinkering? Join Collaborative Robotics this summer as a Robotics Intern, where you'll explore real-world applications in mechanical, electrical, and embedded systems while working alongside a cutting-edge team building the next generation of collaborative mobile robots.

We’re offering a unique opportunity for rising college sophomores and juniors to learn and contribute in a fast-paced startup environment — with a focus on hands-on robot testing and real-world engineering experience!

This role is located at our Santa Clara, CA headquarters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Spend the summer designing and building a complex electromechanical system with the guidance of a full time engineer (e.g. a mechanical test setup, a robot arm, or an end effector)

• Troubleshoot and debug electromechanical systems and assemblies

• Learn from engineers across test, mechanical, electrical, and software disciplines through mentorship and shadowing

• Take part in team standups, demos, and engineering walkthroughs to see how real products come together

Minimum Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a 4-year engineering program studying Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Biomedical engineering, or a related field

• Basic familiarity with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, Creo, Onshape, etc...)

• Hands-on experience using tools in the real world

• Eagerness to learn, ask questions, and collaborate with others

• Highly motivated teammate with excellent oral and written communication skills

• Desire to work in a fast paced, collaborative and dynamic start-up environment as part of a small team

• Able to work full-time (around 40 hours/week) onsite in Santa Clara, CA for the duration of the internship

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of how to design parts for 3-axis CNC machining

• Fabrication experience with 3D printers, laser cutters, drill presses, etc…

• Familiarity with how to use a microcontroller (e.g. Arduino) to make a project come to life

Compensation:

Cobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let your recruiter know.

To all recruitment agencies: Collaborative Robotics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees. Collaborative Robotics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
This internship is $20 dollars hourly and includes daily learning opportunities, direct mentorship from experienced engineers, and a fun, collaborative work environment. Please note: relocation assistance is not provided – applicants must already be located within commuting distance of Santa Clara, CA.

Cobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let your recruiter know.

To all recruitment agencies: Collaborative Robotics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees. Collaborative Robotics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.