SWE Intern, Robotics

Are you excited about building intelligent robotic systems that operate in real-world environments? Are you interested in applying cutting-edge research to develop robust, production-ready autonomy software?

We are seeking a SWE Intern, Robotics to contribute to the development of our on-robot autonomy stack, with a focus on multi-robot control and coordination. In this role, you will work closely with a small, collaborative engineering team to develop, deploy, and maintain software that powers our robots in customer environments. This internship offers hands-on experience bridging research and production, leveraging open-source models and the latest advances in robotics and AI to improve real-world robotic performance.

Join us to reimagine the future of human-robot interaction.

Collaborative Robotics is a team of innovators and builders redefining the future of human-robot interaction. We are working to realize a world where robots are a trusted extension of your surroundings. They work, adapt, and react around you. Not the other way around.

This role is located at our Santa Clara, CA office.

This is a full time, 3-month (12-week) internship starting in March 2026.

The application deadline for this role is January 11th, 2026. Interviews will take place mid-late January 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain software for our on-robot autonomy stack focusing on multi-robot control and coordination.

• Leverage open source models and the latest research papers to improve the capabilities of our robots operating in customer sites

Minimum Qualifications:

• Pursuing a graduate degree in Computer Science, Robotics, AI, Machine Learning, or related field.

• Experience developing software for on-robot systems.

• Proficiency with Git, version control, and Linux environments.

• Skilled in Python or C++

• Highly motivated teammate with excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Enjoy working in a fast paced, collaborative and dynamic start-up environment as part of a small team.

• Willing to occasionally travel.

• Must have and maintain US work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to deploy software to robots in production.

• Experience with multi-agent coordination and planning, auction based planning, distributed decision making.

• Practical experience with software engineering best practices.

• Familiarity with edge compute architectures.

The non-exempt hourly range for this intern position is $40-$45/hr. Our ranges are determined by role and experience level. The range reflects the minimum and maximum target for intern rates for the position in Santa Clara, CA. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Cobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let your recruiter know.

To all recruitment agencies: Collaborative Robotics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our employees. Collaborative Robotics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.