Autonomy & Vision Robotics Software Intern

ArcBest Corporation; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

ArcBest invites applications for the Intern, Robotics Software Engineer position based in Fort Smith, AR. This 2027 internship focuses on R&D for autonomous systems, including perception, path planning, and software architecture.

You’ll contribute to research projects, prototype software, and collaborate with a team of engineers. The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with hands-on robotics experience and programming in C++/Python.

Qualifications

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in CS/EE/ME or related field (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with robots (ground/ autonomous systems).
• Proficiency in C++ and Python; Linux experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a research project during the internship focusing on key R&D problems.
• Assist in setup, maintenance, and design of software modules and overall architecture.
• Perform ad-hoc requests to review, develop, or analyze processes.
• Work in a team to achieve department goals.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Education

Bachelor's Degree (in progress) in CS/EE/ME or related field

Tools

ROS

RViz

Gazebo

OpenCV

PCL

Job description

ArcBest invites applications for the Intern, Robotics Software Engineer position based in Fort Smith, AR. This 2027 internship focuses on R&D for autonomous systems, including perception, path planning, and software architecture.

You’ll contribute to research projects, prototype software, and collaborate with a team of engineers. The role requires pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, with hands-on robotics experience and programming in C++/Python.