About the role#
This internship is a 12-week program based in Santa Clara, California. You will join our research team to explore how robotics technologies can be deployed within Nissan manufacturing operations. You will work alongside researchers, engineers, and business partners to bridge the gap between research concepts and practical implementation. This role involves the full project lifecycle, from defining requirements to testing and validating robotic solutions.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with research teams and business partners to define project scope and understand operational challenges.
- Help plan and organize project activities and deliverables.
- Program and configure robotic systems for manufacturing applications.
- Test and evaluate robotic performance and functionality in real-world scenarios.
- Analyze results to provide recommendations for system improvements.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to support the transition of research concepts into production-focused applications.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master's degree program in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Hands-on experience with robotics hardware and software.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to learn new technologies.
- Experience programming robotic systems or autonomous platforms is preferred.
- Familiarity with robotics frameworks like ROS is a plus.
- Experience with robotic manipulation, automation, controls, or perception systems is helpful.
- Participation in robotics competitions, research projects, or laboratory work is valued.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, California.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Full-time, 12-week program during Summer 2027.
- This is a paid internship.
About Nissan Motor Corporation
Nissan Motor Corporation is a global manufacturer of motor vehicles. The company sells cars under the Nissan and INFINITI brands. Founded in 1933, it maintains its headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. It operates across four regions, including the Americas, China, Japan-ASEAN, and the AMIEO region.
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