Intern - Automated Repairs for Interlocking Pavers

Housing and Development Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Housing and Development Board in Singapore invites you to join the Internship Programme attached to the Centre of Excellence for Civil and Structural Design & Research. You will conduct research on automated paver maintenance systems and assist in the design and testing of robotic solutions for interlocking paver repairs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with vendors and maintenance teams, cost-effectiveness analysis, and exploring new technologies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in civil, mechanical or environmental engineering.
• Interest in sustainability of built environments and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of AI or machine learning is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conducting research and feasibility studies on automated paver maintenance systems
• Supporting the design and testing of robotic solutions for interlocking paver repairs
• Calibrating robotic systems and programming tasks as required
• Carrying out cost-effectiveness analyses for robotic solutions vs traditional methods
• Collaborating with technology vendors, contractors and maintenance teams
• Exploring emerging technologies and best practices in automated infrastructure maintenance
• Analyzing performance of robotic paver repair systems
• Assisting in other innovation initiatives within HDB

Skills

Research & analysis

Robotics/automation familiarity

Programming/calibration

AI/ML knowledge

Education

Civil/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering student

Interest in sustainability & infrastructure

Job description

What the role is:

Under the HDB Internship Programme, you will be attached to the Centre of Excellence for Civil and Structural Design & Research in HDB's Building & Research Institute.

What you will be working on:

• Conducting research and feasibility studies on automated paver maintenance systems
• Supporting the design and testing of robotic solutions for interlocking paver repairs, including programming and calibration of robotic systems
• Carrying out cost-effectiveness analysis for robotic repair solutions compared to traditional maintenance methods
• Liaising and collaborating with various stakeholders including technology vendors, contractors, and maintenance teams to refine robotic repair processes
• Researching on emerging technologies and best practices in automated infrastructure maintenance
• Conducting performance analysis on the efficiency and accuracy of robotic paver repair systems
• Managing project deliverables and claims for research project
• Assisting in other innovation initiatives and projects with HDB

What we are looking for:

Preferred Disciplines: Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering / Environmental Engineering

If you are passionate about sustainability in the built environment and want to gain hands-on experience in the field, we encourage you to apply for this internship. Knowledge in AI/ Machine learning will be beneficial.

Internship Period: 7 Dec 2026 - 8 Jan 2027

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About Housing and Development Board

We are Singapore's public housing authority and a statutory board under the Ministry of National Development. We take pride in creating homes and towns that form a quality living environment for the young and old. Throughout the years, our continuous innovation and upgrading programmes have ensured that the heartland remain our cherished home.

Join us in making a difference to the heartlands and communities that matter to us. Take on the challenge of shaping the nation's skyline and landscape. With the wide range of opportunities available in HDB, you play an integral part in redefining the future of public housing and improving the lives of Singaporeans.