Physical AI Robotics Simulation Intern Fall 2026

ABB; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

12-week program

Onsite in San Jose

Job summary

ABB in San Jose, CA is offering a 12-week internship in Robotics with hands-on experience in AI and simulation. The role is onsite and starts after background checks, aimed at advancing automation and 3D CAD capabilities within a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

You will contribute by simulating robotics workflows, creating AI models, and helping bridge the sim-to-real gap while expanding your practical knowledge in industry-standard tools and platforms.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a PhD or master's degree program in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Software Engineering, or related fields in the United States.
• Exposure to automation, robotics, with full-cell robotics simulation.
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Experience with NVIDIA Issac Sim, BlenderProc, or other simulation software.
• Experience with NVIDIA Omniverse.
• Experience with ABB RobotStudio a plus.
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

• Conduct robot simulation using RobotStudio HyperRealism
• Develop complex AI and simulation for industrial deployment at scale
• Strike the perfect balance between fidelity and computational complexity
• Contribute to closing the sim-to-real gap
• Reduce dependence on physical prototypes
• Make simulation an indispensable part of our entire design, development and deployment process
• Generate photorealistic synthetic datasets in 2D, 3D and video sequences for AI and robotics applications

Skills

Robotics experience

Simulation software

CAD software

Education

Master's/PhD student in STEM

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

NVIDIA Isaac Sim

BlenderProc

NVIDIA Omniverse

ABB RobotStudio

Job description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics-working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to: R&D Principal Engineer

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through various projects and will will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed.

You will also showcase your skills by supporting ABB's operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities.

The work model for the role is onsite in San Jose, CA and is a 12-week internship immediately commencing upon clearance of background checks.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Conduct robot simulation using RobotStudio HyperRealism
• Develop complex AI and simulation for industrial deployment at scale
• Strike the perfect balance between fidelity and computational complexity
• Contribute to closing the sim-to-real gap
• Reduce dependence on physical prototypes
• Make simulation an indispensable part of our entire design, development and deployment process
• Generate photorealistic synthetic datasets in 2D, 3D and video sequences for AI and robotics applications

Qualifications for the role:

• Currently enrolled in a PhD or master's degree program in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Software Engineering, or related fields, in the United States.
• Exposure to automation, robotics, with full-cell robotics simulation
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as Solidworks or AutoCAD
• Experience with NVIDIA Issac Sim, BlenderProc, or other simulation software
• Experience with NVIDIA omniverse
• Experience with ABB RobotStudio a plus
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Why ABB?

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work-your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You'll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

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Internships at ABB within the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off.

The hourly rate is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications, graduation year and experience. This position is expected to pay between $20 - $34 per hour.