Mechatronics Intern — Shape Humanoid Robot Prototypes

Socket.dev; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Socket.dev in Gardena, CA is seeking a dynamic robotics-focused engineering intern to design and integrate electrical and mechanical systems for humanoid robots. You will work on real deployments, rapidly prototype solutions, and iterate with software and simulation teams to meet evolving needs.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in CS, robotics or EE, have hands-on hardware experience, and can commit to a full-time internship. Housing stipend provided; ASAP start; 3–4 months.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Citizenship status appropriate for the role; no visa assistance needed.
• Able to commit to a full-time internship.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate electrical and mechanical systems.
• Work with humanoid robots in real deployments.
• Rapidly prototype and iterate as demands change.
• Collaborate with software and simulation teams to meet their needs.

Skills

Electromechanical systems

Robotics

Mechanical intuition

Hands-on engineering

Troubleshooting

Independent project / portfolio

Education

Computer Science / Robotics / Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Fusion 360

KiCAD

URDF

ROS 2

CANbus

USB

PCIE

Job description

Socket.dev in Gardena, CA is seeking a dynamic robotics-focused engineering intern to design and integrate electrical and mechanical systems for humanoid robots. You will work on real deployments, rapidly prototype solutions, and iterate with software and simulation teams to meet evolving needs.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in CS, robotics or EE, have hands-on hardware experience, and can commit to a full-time internship. Housing stipend provided; ASAP start; 3–4 months.