Robotics Trainer - Internship

AI Trainer Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

micro1 is seeking a Robotics Trainer - Internship to contribute to a customer project advancing robotic intelligence in our San Francisco lab. You will operate a handheld UMI gripper to perform repetitive manipulation tasks and help train next-generation AI systems, shaping how models learn, reason, and perform.

No prior AI experience is required. This on-site contractor internship emphasizes reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to follow detailed instructions exactly while

Qualifications

• Demonstrated fine motor skills and dexterity.
• Reliable, punctual, accountable in various engagements.
• Comfort with repetitive, physical tasks.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions exactly.
• Clear written and spoken communication.
• Willingness to learn basic hardware interfaces.
• Backgrounds in hands-on work from warehouse, gigs, or student projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate a handheld UMI gripper onsite in a SF lab for repetitive manipulation tasks.
• Follow written protocols with exactness for data capture.
• Reset environments between attempts and verify data quality.
• Report irregularities to the project lead for resolution.
• Maintain accuracy and stamina during long repetitive tasks.
• Document observations and suggest process improvements.
• Collaborate with coordinators to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

fine motor control

attention to detail

ability to follow instructions exactly

comfort with repetitive tasks

hands-on work

Physical stamina

reliability and punctuality

quick to learn basic software

clear communication

Job description

pay

Required Skills

• fine motor control
• attention to detail
• ability to follow instructions exactly
• comfort with repetitive tasks
• hands-on work
• Physical stamina
• reliabilitty and punctuality
• quick to learn basic software
• clear communication

About micro1
micro1 is the leading AI data lab for training frontier models and evaluating AI agents. Experts contribute their diverse subject matter knowledge across domains such as finance, healthcare, STEM engineering, and more. micro1 transforms that real-world expertise into high-quality training data, evaluations, and feedback loops that improve how AI systems learn, reason, and perform.

Our platform identifies and vets top talent through an AI recruiter, enabling high-quality expert contributions at scale. We aim to enable 1 billion people to do meaningful work by applying their expertise to AI. As our global expert network grows, micro1 is building the human intelligence layer for frontier AI.

Role Title: Robotics Trainer - Internship

Role Type: Contractor

Location: On-site, San Francisco

micro1 is engaging Robotics Data Trainers to contribute to an innovative customer project focused on advancing robotic intelligence. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required.

Scope of Work

• Operate a handheld UMI gripper device onsite in a San Francisco lab to perform repetitive manipulation tasks, such as picking up objects, opening containers, and conducting simple household actions across varied objects and environments.
• Follow detailed, written task instructions and protocols with exactness to ensure consistent and reliable data capture for robot learning models.
• Reset physical environments between task attempts and verify the quality of each data submission before proceeding to subsequent tasks.
• Detect and clearly communicate any irregularities (such as hardware malfunctions, unclear instructions, or compromised recordings) to the project lead for prompt resolution.
• Maintain high levels of accuracy and consistency through extended periods of hands-on, repetitive activity requiring continuous attention to detail and physical stamina.
• Document observations, report issues, and suggest potential process improvements through both written and verbal channels.
• Collaborate with project coordinators and fellow contributors to ensure smooth project execution and alignment with collection protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in tasks requiring fine motor skills, dexterity, and precision handling of objects.
• Track record of reliability, punctuality, and strong personal accountability in prior professional, academic, or gig-based engagements.
• Comfort with repetitive, physical tasks and the endurance to remain focused over extended participation windows.
• Proven attention to detail and the ability to meticulously follow complex, step-by-step instructions without deviation.
• Ability to quickly learn basic hardware interfaces and troubleshoot minor technical issues as they arise.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, especially for flagging issues, submitting observations, and interpreting instructions.
• Backgrounds in hands-on work (such as warehouse, operations, gaming, gig work, or student projects) are valued; no previous robotics or AI experience is required.