Robotics Research & Manufacturing Intern

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan is seeking a Research Application Intern in Santa Clara, CA for a 12-week Summer 2027 program. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and stakeholders to explore how robotics can be deployed in manufacturing operations, emphasizing hands-on development and real-world applicability.

You should be pursuing a Master’s in Robotics, CS, Engineering, or Math with hands-on robotics experience and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program in Robotics, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Hands-on robotics experience via coursework, research, or personal projects.
• Experience with robotics hardware and software systems.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Robotics

Programming

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Robotics/CS/Engineering/Math

Tools

ROS

Job description

Nissan is seeking a Research Application Intern in Santa Clara, CA for a 12-week Summer 2027 program. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and stakeholders to explore how robotics can be deployed in manufacturing operations, emphasizing hands-on development and real-world applicability.

You should be pursuing a Master’s in Robotics, CS, Engineering, or Math with hands-on robotics experience and strong problem-solving and communication skills.