About the role#
This internship focuses on Physical AI and robotics simulation. You will work with the R&D team to advance industrial robotics through high-fidelity simulation. The position is a 12-week, full-time commitment based on-site in San Jose, California, starting in Spring 2027.
What you'll do#
- Conduct robot simulations using RobotStudio HyperRealism.
- Develop complex AI models for industrial deployment at scale.
- Balance simulation fidelity with computational complexity.
- Work to close the gap between simulation and real-world performance.
- Reduce the need for physical prototypes by making simulation a core part of the design and development process.
- Generate photorealistic synthetic datasets in 2D, 3D, and video formats for robotics applications.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a PhD or master’s degree program in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, or Software Engineering in the United States.
- Experience with automation, robotics, and full-cell robotics simulation.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software like Solidworks or AutoCAD.
- Experience with simulation platforms such as NVIDIA Isaac Sim, BlenderProc, or NVIDIA Omniverse.
- Familiarity with ABB RobotStudio is a plus.
- Existing work authorization that permits employment with ABB in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: San Jose, California.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position.
About ABB
ABB operates in the automation machinery manufacturing sector. The company provides electrification and automation technologies for industrial applications. It serves clients in energy, transport, and infrastructure sectors. Based in Zurich, the company employs over 147,000 people globally.
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