Robotics - Hardware Development Engineer Intern/Co-op - 2026 (Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical,[...]

Amazon; Town of Westboro (WI); On-site; USD 96,000 - 185,000; Part time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Robotics Hardware Development Engineer Intern/Co-op for 2026. You will engage in hands-on hardware projects across mechanical, electrical, and testing domains, developing prototypes and contributing to design documentation.

This role offers a path to impact millions of customers with scalable robotic solutions. As an intern, you will join a collaborative team, work full-time in-office, and gain mentorship while applying your coursework to real-world hardware challenges across

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher in Engineering or related STEM field.
• Strong fundamentals in hardware engineering across mechanical, electrical, or reliability domains.
• Experience with hardware design, development, and testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interns and engineers to complete hardware development tasks.
• Prototype, test, and iterate concepts and features.
• Utilize Amazon engineering tools and design processes.
• Document design decisions and test results.
• Present findings to managers and engineers.

Skills

Hardware design

Electrical eng.

Mechanical eng.

3D CAD

Prototyping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s preferred

Tools

3D CAD

Hardware test equipment

Job description

Robotics - Hardware Development Engineer Intern/Co-op – 2026

Job ID: 3145033 | Amazon.com Services LLC

Are you passionate about robotics and hardware? Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology? Do you enjoy working on scalable projects in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your hardware solutions directly impact millions of customers worldwide?

At Amazon, we hire the best minds in technology to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world's most beloved brands.

We are looking for current students to join us as Robotics Hardware Development Engineer Intern/Co-op in 2026 with hardware specializations in robotics engineering, mechanical, electrical, hardware test, reliability, failure analysis, manufacturing, operations, and more! We'll help you grow into a high‑impact engineer within a culture of learning and mentorship.

By applying to this role, you will be considered for internships across various Robotics teams at Amazon, with positions available for multiple locations, durations (3–6+ months), and year‑round start dates (winter, spring, summer, fall). Interns will work full‑time (Monday‑Friday, up to 40 hours per week) in office.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete project tasks with a team of other interns/co‑ops and Amazon engineers
• Utilize Amazon engineering tools and processes
• Prototype and test concepts or features
• Track progress of task deliverables
• Develop and maintain design documentation
• Present information to managers and engineers

About the Internship

A day in the life: Our internship program provides hands‑on learning and building experiences for students interested in a career in hardware engineering. In addition to working on an impactful project, you will engage with Amazonians for personal and professional development, expand your network, and participate in fun activities. Regardless of location, you will own your internship and learn in a real‑world setting.

Basic Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Currently working toward a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher degree in Engineering, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, Materials Science, Physics, or related STEM fields
• Knowledge of hardware engineering fundamentals in one or more of mechanical, electrical, hardware test, hardware reliability, quality, failure analysis, manufacturing, or similar
• Experience with hardware design, development, and testing
• Experience with applicable hardware physical tools, digital tools, and methods (e.g. 3D CAD)

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytic and problem‑solving skills
• Previous technical internship(s) or demonstrated project experience

Locations & Salary

USA, CA, San Francisco – $122,600 – $185,000 annually
USA, MA, Boston – $96,600 – $160,000 annually
USA, WA, Seattle – $96,600 – $160,000 annually

Equal Opportunity Employment

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Disclaimer for LA County and SF

Los Angeles County applicants: job duties include working safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff, adhering to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions, communicating effectively and respectfully, and following all federal, state, and local laws and company policies. Criminal history may impact the role. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Accommodations

If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information.