About this role
As a Robotics and Physical AI Engineer Intern, you will be involved in cutting-edge deep tech development of robotics and physical AI systems that mimic human movement and behavior. You'll contribute to building advanced humanoid robotic systems through hands-on work across the full project lifecycle—from planning and simulation to deployment and maintenance. This is an opportunity to work on real-world applications that bridge high-level AI reasoning with physical motor control, bringing intelligent robots to life.
Intern's Job Scope
You will work across various subsystems of robotics and physical AI, with responsibilities including:
Simulation & Environment Development
Design 3D training environments (homes, factories, stairs) using NVIDIA Isaac Sim, Gazebo, or UnityBuild and validate robot behaviors in high-fidelity simulation environments before physical deploymentCreate simulation-ready meshes using CAD software (SolidWorks, Autodesk Fusion 360, Blender)Implement 3D sensor models (LiDAR, depth cameras, IMUs) with realistic noise profilesGenerate synthetic data and apply domain randomization techniquesControl & Locomotion
Develop algorithms for stable bipedal walking, balancing, and recovery from disturbancesApply reinforcement learning (RL) and whole-body control strategiesRefine forward and inverse kinematics for human-like movement with high degrees of freedomAuthor and maintain robot description files (URDF & SDFormat) defining kinematics, joint limits, and inertial propertiesAI Integration & Safety
Bridge high-level AI (vision-language models) with physical motor controlImplement robust safety and fallback systems to prevent physical damage or injury when AI models behave unpredictablyDevelop platform orchestration layers managing communication between AI reasoning and motor control with low latencyHardware-Software Integration
Collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams to integrate sensors and actuators using ROS 2Maintain digital twin synchronization between 3D simulation models and physical hardwareDesign and maintain APIs for subsystem integrationWork with projective geometry, coordinate transforms (TF2 in ROS), and mesh format conversions (STL, OBJ, USD, Collada)Software Engineering & Testing
Emphasize code maintainability, version control (Git), and CI/CD pipelinesDesign monitoring tools and fail-safe layersWork with containerization (Docker) for consistent software deploymentDevelop test frameworks for system validation Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in:RoboticsArtificial IntelligenceComputer ScienceProduct DevelopmentElectrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE)Mechanical Engineering (ME)Related fieldsAble to commit to a minimum of 6 months full-time internshipTechnical Skills (At least 2 competencies required)
AI/ML Frameworks: Experience with reinforcement learning and imitation learningProgramming: Proficiency in Python (model training) and/or C++ (real-time system integration)Robotics Middleware: Knowledge of ROS/ROS 2 for integrating AI with sensors and actuatorsComputer Vision: Skills in 3D scene reconstruction, object detection, spatial reasoning, OpenCV, CUDA, and TensorRTEmbedded Systems: Understanding of Linux-based edge computing, GPU acceleration (CUDA), and real-time data transport protocolsSimulation Tools: Familiarity with physics engines (MuJoCo, PhysX), VR/metaverse platforms (Unity), or CAD software (SolidWorks)Operating Systems: Linux (Ubuntu) and/or real-time operating systems (RTOS)Containerization: Experience with DockerMathematics: Understanding of projective geometry and coordinate transformsHardware Acceleration: Experience with NVIDIA Jetson/Thor or similar edge devices We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.
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