Robotic Intern

Robotics Intern Robotic Arm Systems

Department: Robotics Research & Development

Employment Type: Internship (Full-Time)

Duration: 36 Months

Location: On-site / Hybrid

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Robotics Intern to work on the design, development, programming, and integration of robotic arm systems from scratch. The intern will gain hands-on experience across mechanical design, electronics, kinematics, control systems, and software, contributing to real-world robotic arm applications.

Roles & Responsibilities

Robotic Arm Fundamentals

Study and understand robotic arm architectures (Cartesian, SCARA, articulated, 6-DOF)

Learn concepts of degrees of freedom (DOF), payload, reach, workspace, and repeatability

Understand industrial robotic arm standards and applications

Mechanical Design

Assist in the design of robotic arm structures, joints, and mounting systems

Perform basic torque, load, and motion calculations

Work with CAD software such as SolidWorks / Fusion 360

Support assembly, alignment, and mechanical troubleshooting

Actuators & Sensors

Work with servo motors, stepper motors, and BLDC motors

Understand motor drivers, encoders, limit switches, and safety interlocks

Assist in motor selection based on application requirements

Electronics & Hardware Integration

Work with microcontrollers (Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi Pico)

Interface motor drivers, sensors, and power systems

Support wiring, grounding, and electrical safety practices

Control Systems & Kinematics

Learn and implement forward and inverse kinematics

Assist in joint-space and Cartesian-space motion control

Implement basic trajectory planning and PID control

Programming & Software

Develop control logic using C/C++ or Python

Interface robotic arm with PC-based software

Exposure to ROS / ROS2 concepts (nodes, topics, TF, MoveIt basic level)

Testing & Documentation

Perform calibration, homing, and repeatability testing

Assist in debugging mechanical, electrical, and software issues

Maintain technical documentation, wiring diagrams, and test reports

Required Skills & Qualifications

Pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics, or Automation

Basic understanding of robotics or mechatronics concepts

Familiarity with programming fundamentals (C/C++ or Python)

Willingness to learn hands-on hardware development

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

Experience with robotic arms or automation projects

Exposure to ROS / ROS2

Knowledge of CAD tools

Basic understanding of control systems or PID

What You Will Gain

End-to-end exposure to robotic arm development from scratch

Hands-on experience with real industrial-grade hardware

Mentorship from experienced robotics engineers

Opportunity for full-time employment based on performance