Robotics Engineer Internships
Robotics engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Demand is strongest in Retail, Science & Research, and Technology & Software, with Amazon, Leidos, and NEURALINK among the employers posting roles now.
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Description
Join the Leidos Contested Autonomy and Navigation (CAN) branch as a summer intern in Huntsville, AL. Our team develops computer vision, navigation, and autonomy capabilities for unmanned vehicles operating in GNSS-contested environments. As an intern, you'll contribute to software algorithm development, simulation and analysis, and hardware and software integration. Our team supports research and development, as well as advanced prototyping and integration, for customers including DARPA, NASA, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and the Office of Naval Research. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with programming experience who are excited about working in autonomy and navigation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support development and integration of various autonomous vehicle navigation algorithms, including Kalman filters and computer vision algorithms
- Develop and utilize simulation testbeds to support algorithm testing and assessment
- Test and integrate sensors and hardware
- Support system data collections and field tests involving a variety of platforms, including unmanned air vehicles, ground vehicles, and aquatic vessels
Basic Qualifications
- Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar
- GPA of at least 3.3
- Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++
- Must be a US citizen due to data restrictions associated with these projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS) and the OpenCV computer vision library
- Experience developing software on Linux operating systems
- Experience with autonomous system development through coursework, team projects, or robotics competitions
Note: Expertise in particular areas can compensate for lack of experience in others, as long as you are excited and willing to take on new tasks and learn new skills as needed.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
August 20, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Description
Join the Leidos Contested Autonomy and Navigation (CAN) branch as a summer intern in Huntsville, AL. Our team develops computer vision, navigation, and autonomy capabilities for unmanned vehicles operating in GNSS-contested environments. As an intern, you'll contribute to software algorithm development, simulation and analysis, and hardware and software integration. Our team supports research and development, as well as advanced prototyping and integration, for customers including DARPA, NASA, the Air Force Research Laboratory, and the Office of Naval Research. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates with programming experience who are excited about working in autonomy and navigation.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support development and integration of various autonomous vehicle navigation algorithms, including Kalman filters and computer vision algorithms
- Develop and utilize simulation testbeds to support algorithm testing and assessment
- Test and integrate sensors and hardware
- Support system data collections and field tests involving a variety of platforms, including unmanned air vehicles, ground vehicles, and aquatic vessels
Basic Qualifications
- Working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar
- GPA of at least 3.3
- Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++
- Must be a US citizen due to data restrictions associated with these projects
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with the Robot Operating System (ROS) and the OpenCV computer vision library
- Experience developing software on Linux operating systems
- Experience with autonomous system development through coursework, team projects, or robotics competitions
Note: Expertise in particular areas can compensate for lack of experience in others, as long as you are excited and willing to take on new tasks and learn new skills as needed.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
August 20, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
Robotics Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
Tips for Your Robotics Engineer Internship Search
Apply in the fall for summer programs
Large aerospace, automotive, and consumer robotics employers open summer internship applications in August or September, months before the roles start. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings consistently throughout the year rather than waiting for one application window.
Build a portfolio before you apply
Robotics engineer intern recruiters expect limited work history, so your portfolio does the heavy lifting. Document two or three projects with clear descriptions of the hardware platform, software stack, and your specific contribution, then link to a GitHub repository, a CAD file set, or a short video of the system running so reviewers can assess your work directly.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach and puts you in front of hiring managers who don't recruit at every school.
Practice the technical screen out loud before your first interview
Robotics engineer intern interviews typically include a coding screen focused on data structures, algorithms, and sometimes control systems fundamentals. Practice solving problems out loud and explaining your reasoning as you go, interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as whether you reach the correct answer.
Target structured rotational and university programs early
Larger employers in aerospace, defense, and industrial automation run cohort-based internship programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit in the first application wave and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your degree program and apply as soon as they open rather than waiting until you feel fully ready.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 100% of the robotics engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, on-site, hybrid, or remote, before you start sorting through listings. Filtering by location and work type upfront saves time and keeps you focused on roles you can actually accept.
Robotics Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a robotics engineer internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For robotics engineer candidates, a linked GitHub repository or video of a working robot build gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a robotics engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for robotics engineer interns is performance on real deliverables, available headcount on the team, and whether you discuss return-offer timing with your manager before the internship ends. Position for one by treating every project as a permanent-hire audition without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for robotics engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, aerospace manufacturers, automotive OEMs, and major tech companies, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single application season.
Are robotics engineer internships paid?
Most professional robotics engineer internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show disclosed pay ranges where the employer provides them. Research programs and nonprofit placements sometimes offer stipends rather than hourly wages, so read each listing carefully before applying.
What should a robotics engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, hardware platforms, and software frameworks you used, and link to the code repository, CAD files, or a video demonstration so recruiters can assess your work directly. Add relevant coursework, any competition experience such as FIRST Robotics, and keep the resume to one page.
Are there remote robotics engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the robotics engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts fill fast because they draw applicants nationally, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get robotics engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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