Robotic Autonomy Intern - Summer 2027

Posting description

This internship will develop robotic autonomy using NVIDIA Isaac or Unity Simulator Pro for an INL developed humanoid robot.

Reporting to the Spatial Computing team. This team works a 9x80s schedule onsite at our Idaho Falls Campus. Start date and duration of internship vary based on project and student availability. You may be eligible for course credit for this internship if approved by your university.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled full time in a Doctorate Degree program at an accredited college/university studying Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or related field.
• A minimum overall 3.0 GPA
• Authorization to work in the U.S. (including CPT and OPT)
• Current Resume or CV
• Unofficial Transcripts (include current and completed degree programs)
• Current class schedule and number of credits

Compensation and Benefits

PhD Internships Pre-Candidacy ($36.83/hour - $39.33/hour)

PhD Internships Post-Candidacy ($38.65/hour - $41.29/hour)

Multi-Level: Internships are typically multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on degree field and level of education.

Physical requirement

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to handle materials, manipulate tools, type on a keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and operate job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.