Robotics Research Applications Intern

Nissan USA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan USA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Research Application Intern to join our robotics research team and translate advanced robotics concepts into real-world manufacturing solutions.

You will collaborate with researchers and engineers across disciplines, gaining hands‑on robotics development, planning, programming, testing, and validating robotic systems for production applications.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a Master's degree program in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Hands-on robotics experience through coursework, research, or projects.
• Experience with robotics hardware and software systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; collaborative mindset.
• GPA 3.0 or above; transcript may be requested.
• Ability to work onsite in Santa Clara, CA.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with researchers and business partners to understand operational challenges and define project scope.
• Plan and organize project activities and deliverables throughout the internship.
• Program and configure robotic systems for manufacturing-related applications.
• Test and evaluate robotic capabilities in real-world scenarios.
• Analyze results and propose system improvements and future development.
• Support the transition of research concepts into production-focused applications.

Skills

Robotics hands-on

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Analytical mindset

Education

Master's degree in Robotics

Tools

ROS

Job description

Nissan USA in Santa Clara, CA is seeking a Research Application Intern to join our robotics research team and translate advanced robotics concepts into real-world manufacturing solutions.

You will collaborate with researchers and engineers across disciplines, gaining hands‑on robotics development, planning, programming, testing, and validating robotic systems for production applications.