Robotics & ai co-op - fall 2025 (universal robots, north reading, ma)

Our Purpose

TERADYNE, where experience meets innovation and driving excellence in every connection. We are fueled by creativity and diversity of thought and in our workforce. Our employees are supported to innovate and learn something new every day.

We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better business results.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a motivated and curious Robotics and AI Intern to join our Perception team. This internship offers hands-on experience in developing and testing robotic systems that integrate both hardware and AI-driven software. You’ll work closely with a multidisciplinary team to solve real-world challenges and contribute to cutting-edge innovation in robotics.

+ Assist in the design, development, and testing of robotic systems and AI models.

+ Support integration of hardware components (sensors, actuators, embedded systems) with software frameworks.

+ Contribute to simulation and real-world testing using tools such as Isaac Sim, ROS2, or similar platforms.

+ Update and maintain test setups in the lab to ensure consistent and reliable experimentation.

+ Gather and curate training data for AI models, including sensor calibration and annotation tasks.

+ Contribute to the development of new software tools that enhance robotic perception and control.

+ Collaborate with engineers and researchers to troubleshoot and optimize system performance.

+ Document findings, prototypes, and results for internal knowledge sharing.

All About You

We seek individuals who share our passion and determination. Our commitment to customer success drives us to go the extra mile. If you’re ready to join us in this mission, take a closer look at the minimum criteria for the position.

+ Currently pursuing a Masters degree in AI, Robotics, Computer Science, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

+ Experience with deep learning frameworks (such as TensorFlow or PyTorch), proficiency in data science techniques for model training and evaluation, and familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker for deploying AI solutions.

+ Experience with NVIDIA Jetson edge AI compute platform

+ Previous hands-on experience with both hardware (e.g., robot arms, vision systems, microcontrollers, sensors) and software (e.g., Python, C++, ROS2).

+ Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

+ Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

+ Familiarity with simulation tools (e.g., Isaac Sim, Gazebo) is a plus.

We are only considering candidates local to position location and are unable to provide relocation for this position.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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