Robotics Internships
Robotics 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. Openings are concentrated in Retail, Automotive, and Science & Research, with Amazon, NVIDIA, and GlobalFoundries 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 Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Automotive
- Science & Research
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
Tips for Your Robotics Internship Search
Apply for summer internships in the fall
Large employers in aerospace, automotive, and industrial automation close summer robotics internship applications well before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates. Starting your search in September gives you the widest pool of structured programs before they fill.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Robotics recruiters screening intern candidates want something concrete to evaluate. Document two or three hands-on projects with the tools, languages, and hardware you used, a GitHub repository with working code, a CAD portfolio, or a video of a robot you built and programmed tells a hiring team far more than a list of coursework.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, recruiters there often move faster for students they meet in person. Your professors and career center staff frequently know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time to reach employers who skip campus recruiting entirely.
Practice your technical screen before you submit applications
Most robotics engineering intern screens include a coding round focused on data structures, algorithms, and sometimes kinematics or control problems. Practice explaining your reasoning out loud as you work through problems, interviewers weigh how you think through a solution as much as whether you reach the right answer.
Target structured internship pipelines at larger companies
Many aerospace, defense, and industrial automation companies run cohort-based internship programs designed specifically to train people new to robotics. These programs recruit early in the fall and fill fast. Identify the programs that match your degree and interests, then apply in the first week after applications open.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 89% of the robotics internships listed here. Decide whether you can relocate or commute for an on-site position before you start applying, then filter by location and work type so you are not spending time on roles you cannot take. Migrate Mate's work-type filter lets you narrow to remote, hybrid, or on-site listings in one step.
Robotics Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a robotics internship?
Lead with coursework, personal projects, and a portfolio rather than work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For robotics candidates, a GitHub repository with documented code and working demos gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a robotics internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it is performance on real work, available headcount on the team at the time, and whether the team is growing. Position for a return offer by owning your project deliverables and asking your manager early about the team's hiring plans, without counting on a specific outcome.
When should I apply for robotics internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, especially in aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing technology, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with applications closing before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Check listings regularly rather than waiting for a single application season.
Are robotics internships paid?
Most professional robotics internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, a large automotive manufacturer in Detroit pays differently than a seed-stage robotics startup. Where an employer discloses pay, the listing shows it. Unpaid internships are rare in technical fields but do exist at some nonprofit and research settings.
What should a robotics internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. List two or three complete, documented projects with the tools, programming languages, and hardware platforms you used, and link to the work directly, whether that's a GitHub repository, a CAD portfolio, or a published paper. Add relevant coursework such as control systems, computer vision, or embedded programming. Keep it to one page.
Are there remote robotics internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 11% of the robotics internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast since they draw applicants from across the country, so apply early once you find a role that fits. Filter by work type to see remote and hybrid listings separately from on-site openings.
What is an FIRST Robotics or defense-sector internship program?
Several large aerospace and defense employers run structured cohort internship programs specifically for robotics and systems engineering students, recruiting in the fall for the following summer. These programs pair interns with a dedicated project team, include structured mentorship, and are competitive, applicants who apply in the first wave after programs open have a stronger chance of moving through screening before headcount fills.
Can international students get robotics 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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