Robotics Intern: Shipboard Autonomy & Real-World Impact

Nautica Technologies AG; Dietlikon; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Equity participation

Hands-on experience

Job summary

Nautica Technologies AG in Zurich is seeking a Robotics Engineering Intern to help design, develop, and test underwater robotic platforms for autonomous ship-hull cleaning and inspection.

You will collaborate with seasoned engineers to build lightweight, watertight systems that perform in harsh marine environments, contributing to real-world tests in labs, pools, and on vessels. This internship offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and a potential full-time path.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in MSc in Mechatronics/Robotics/CS/Mechanical Eng or related field.
• Open to transitioning to full-time or master's thesis afterward.
• Basic programming in C++ or Python.
• Experience with ROS/ROS2 or equivalent project experience.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, proactive attitude, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced startup.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test robotics/control algorithms.
• Contribute to sensor integration, navigation, and obstacle mapping.
• Participate in lab, pool, and on-vessel field tests, collecting data, and improving the system.

Skills

C++

Python

ROS/ROS2

Education

MSc in Mechatronics/Robotics/CS/Mechanical Eng

Job description

Nautica Technologies AG in Zurich is seeking a Robotics Engineering Intern to help design, develop, and test underwater robotic platforms for autonomous ship-hull cleaning and inspection.

You will collaborate with seasoned engineers to build lightweight, watertight systems that perform in harsh marine environments, contributing to real-world tests in labs, pools, and on vessels. This internship offers mentorship, hands-on experience, and a potential full-time path.