About the role#
XPENG is hiring for a Robotics Center Internship position for the summer of 2027. This is a full-time, paid, on-site role based in Santa Clara, California. We are looking for students to join our team to work on advanced robotics projects.
What you'll do#
- Develop and deploy robotic foundation models.
- Work on data-driven end-to-end manipulation, including VLA, World Models, and World Action Models.
- Develop human-like walking and whole-body control systems using methods like RL controllers.
- Collaborate on various motion control tasks.
What you'll need#
- You must be pursuing a degree in AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Location & details#
- Location: Santa Clara, CA
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Status: Paid, full-time internship
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
About XPENG
XPENG is a Chinese manufacturer of electric vehicles founded in 2014. The company focuses on the development of smart vehicle technology, including driver-assistance systems and in-car operating software. It maintains headquarters in Guangzhou and operates additional offices in Beijing and Palo Alto. The company produces vehicles at manufacturing plants located in Guangdong province.
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