Robotics Applied Scientist Intern/Co‑op

Amazon Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Inc. is seeking Robotics Applied Scientist II Intern/Co-op (2027) in Seattle, WA or other locations. You will work with global experts to advance robotics and AI, bridging research and real-world deployment.

Start dates vary (winter, spring, summer, fall) with 3–6+ month durations. Required: PhD enrollment in a relevant field; strong robotics/AI background; proficiency in Python/C++, and familiarity with PyTorch, ROS2, OpenCV or similar tools.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a PhD program with a strong robotics/AI focus.
• PhD in engineering, technology, computer science, ML, robotics or related field required or pursued.
• Experience with robotics or AI research evidenced by publications, thesis or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel, scalable algorithms and/or modeling techniques in robotics/AI.
• Address challenging research problems bridging theory and practical robotics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Python

C++

Robotics research

AI/ML knowledge

Strong communication

Education

PhD program enrollment

PhD in Engineering/CS/ML/Robotics

Tools

PyTorch

ROS2

OpenCV

PCL

Job description

Amazon Inc. is seeking Robotics Applied Scientist II Intern/Co-op (2027) in Seattle, WA or other locations. You will work with global experts to advance robotics and AI, bridging research and real-world deployment.

Start dates vary (winter, spring, summer, fall) with 3–6+ month durations. Required: PhD enrollment in a relevant field; strong robotics/AI background; proficiency in Python/C++, and familiarity with PyTorch, ROS2, OpenCV or similar tools.