Robotics Software Engineer Internships
Robotics software engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience building autonomous systems, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Science & Research and Technology & Software, with Amazon, ArcBest, and Relling among the employers posting roles now.
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Today, these therapies are produced through manual, labor-intensive processes. Costs are extremely high—often $500K–$2M per patient—limiting access to only a small fraction of those who need them.
As product complexity increases and the cost of failure and scientific labor rises, the industry is shifting toward automation. Robotics and AI are making automated biologics manufacturing feasible, reliable, and economically scalable.
Responsibilities include:
- Contribute to production-ready code for robotic platforms, helping to implement specific modules for hardware communication and system behaviors under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Design, build and deploy algorithms for motion control, trajectory planning, or sensor data processing; and perform data analysis to evaluate algorithm performance.
- Help build and maintain simulation environments for robot validation, writing unit and integration tests to improve the robustness of the codebase and support our CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with mechanical and systems teams to help troubleshoot real-world issues on physical robots, assisting in data collection and bug reproduction during system-level testing.
- Participate in code reviews, document system architectures, and work closely with senior mentors to learn and apply industry-standard clean architecture and testing patterns.
Qualifications
- Currently working towards a Bachelor, Masters, or PhD degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or equivalent.
- Self-starter comfortable working in a fast paced, technically challenging startup environment.
- Strong background in: linear algebra, Python, data science, and robotics principles
- Strong communication skills that clearly express ideas and design details in meetings, team presentations, white board brainstorming sessions and in various technical documentation.
- Prioritize organization and detail orientation, with ability to handle multiple project and task assignments simultaneously.
- Passionate, curious, and eager to learn.
Nice to Haves
- Experience with robotic systems and robotics principles, including kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control theory.
- Experience with cloud technologies, specifically AWS.
- Industry experience with Python.
Total Rewards & Life at Multiply Labs
Competitive Compensation: $5,000-$7,000/month.
Real Ownership: Own meaningful design projects on robots that go into production, not side tasks.
Mentorship: Work side by side with experienced mechanical, robotics, and software engineers.
Office Perks: An energetic SF office culture featuring catered team lunches, stocked kitchen, and frequent team events.
Great people, meaningful work, and a team that genuinely believes in what we’re building.
No Set Hours: Set your own schedule in alignment with your manager and team. We hold a high bar, measuring success by impact and outcomes—not hours logged.
Come build the world’s best robots—and help make life-saving therapies accessible to all.
We actively seek candidates with diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We’re committed to building a team where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work.
Multiply Labs encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification. If you’re excited about our mission and think you can contribute, we’d love to hear from you.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Today, these therapies are produced through manual, labor-intensive processes. Costs are extremely high—often $500K–$2M per patient—limiting access to only a small fraction of those who need them.
As product complexity increases and the cost of failure and scientific labor rises, the industry is shifting toward automation. Robotics and AI are making automated biologics manufacturing feasible, reliable, and economically scalable.
Responsibilities include:
- Contribute to production-ready code for robotic platforms, helping to implement specific modules for hardware communication and system behaviors under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Design, build and deploy algorithms for motion control, trajectory planning, or sensor data processing; and perform data analysis to evaluate algorithm performance.
- Help build and maintain simulation environments for robot validation, writing unit and integration tests to improve the robustness of the codebase and support our CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with mechanical and systems teams to help troubleshoot real-world issues on physical robots, assisting in data collection and bug reproduction during system-level testing.
- Participate in code reviews, document system architectures, and work closely with senior mentors to learn and apply industry-standard clean architecture and testing patterns.
Qualifications
- Currently working towards a Bachelor, Masters, or PhD degree in Robotics, Computer Science, or equivalent.
- Self-starter comfortable working in a fast paced, technically challenging startup environment.
- Strong background in: linear algebra, Python, data science, and robotics principles
- Strong communication skills that clearly express ideas and design details in meetings, team presentations, white board brainstorming sessions and in various technical documentation.
- Prioritize organization and detail orientation, with ability to handle multiple project and task assignments simultaneously.
- Passionate, curious, and eager to learn.
Nice to Haves
- Experience with robotic systems and robotics principles, including kinematics, dynamics, motion planning, and control theory.
- Experience with cloud technologies, specifically AWS.
- Industry experience with Python.
Total Rewards & Life at Multiply Labs
Competitive Compensation: $5,000-$7,000/month.
Real Ownership: Own meaningful design projects on robots that go into production, not side tasks.
Mentorship: Work side by side with experienced mechanical, robotics, and software engineers.
Office Perks: An energetic SF office culture featuring catered team lunches, stocked kitchen, and frequent team events.
Great people, meaningful work, and a team that genuinely believes in what we’re building.
No Set Hours: Set your own schedule in alignment with your manager and team. We hold a high bar, measuring success by impact and outcomes—not hours logged.
Come build the world’s best robots—and help make life-saving therapies accessible to all.
We actively seek candidates with diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We’re committed to building a team where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work.
Multiply Labs encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply—even if you don’t meet every qualification. If you’re excited about our mission and think you can contribute, we’d love to hear from you.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Robotics Software Engineer Internship Market
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Tips for Your Robotics Software Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large employers in aerospace, automotive, and industrial robotics open summer internship applications the preceding fall. If you wait until spring, those structured cohorts are already closed. Set a reminder for August and check listings at the start of each semester so you catch early windows before they disappear.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Hiring teams for robotics software engineer internships expect limited work history and weigh projects heavily. A public code repository with two or three complete projects showing real work, such as a ROS-based simulation, a path-planning implementation, or a computer vision pipeline, gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate before they read anything else on your resume.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. At the same time, apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts, since many robotics startups and mid-size firms hire entirely outside campus pipelines and you won't find them at a university fair.
Practice your technical screen out loud before you apply
Robotics software engineer intern interviews typically include a coding screen covering data structures, algorithms, and sometimes kinematics or control fundamentals. Practice solving problems out loud while explaining your reasoning, not just arriving at the answer silently. Interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as heavily as the final solution you produce.
Target structured university and rotational programs early
Larger employers in defense, automotive, and consumer robotics run formal internship cohorts designed to train people new to the field, often tied to university partnerships or rotational tracks. These programs recruit months ahead of their start dates and fill fast. Identify the ones that match your background and apply in the first wave of their recruitment cycle.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 50% of the robotics software engineer internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type from the start. Spending time on roles that require relocation you can't do wastes application cycles you need elsewhere.
Robotics Software Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a robotics software engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at this level. The concrete artifact that gives recruiters something to assess is a public code repository showing real robotics or autonomy work, such as a simulation project, sensor fusion implementation, or motion planning demo. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a robotics software 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 is consistent performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team at the end of the internship, and how early return-offer decisions are made at that company. Treat the internship as an extended interview, deliver solid work, and ask about the return-offer process early so you can plan accordingly.
When should I apply for robotics software engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers in aerospace, automotive, and consumer robotics recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with application windows opening in August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post much closer to their start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and setting up alerts means you won't miss an early cohort from a larger employer.
Are robotics software engineer internships paid?
Most professional robotics software engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and where employers choose to disclose it, the range appears directly on the listing. Research the specific companies you're targeting to understand what's typical for that segment of the field.
What should a robotics software engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects that name the tools, languages, and frameworks used, and link directly to the code or a write-up so recruiters can assess your work. Relevant coursework in areas like controls, computer vision, or embedded systems belongs near the top. Keep the whole resume to one page.
Are there remote robotics software engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 50% of the robotics software engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast, so apply early once you decide what you're looking for. Use the work-type filter to see only the remote or hybrid openings so you're not sorting through roles that require relocation.
Can international students get robotics software 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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