Robotics Intern

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Design and prototype data collection hardware, including camera rigs, sensor mounts, teleoperation interfaces, end-effector and wrist-cam assemblies .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesEntry Level💰 $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and prototyping data collection hardware, integrating sensor technologies, and developing data-handling scripts. Proficient in Python and familiar with robotics frameworks and tools essential for real-world data collection and evaluation.

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Proficient In PythonExperience With ROS/ROS2Hands-On Experience With CADFamiliarity With Depth CamerasExperience With Teleoperation

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Hard Skills

Data Collection Hardware DesignSensor IntegrationData Handling Scripts3D PrintingMulti-Camera CaptureSynchronizationSensor FusionModel EvaluationElectronics PrototypingMechanical Fabrication

Tools & Technologies

LinuxVersion ControlOpenSCADOnshapeSolidWorksRGB-D CamerasTeleoperation GlovesVR HeadsetsHDF5LeRobot

Industry Keywords

RoboticsECEMECSImitation LearningRobot Learning Data PipelinesSLAMMulti-Camera CalibrationMotion CaptureVR/AR Input

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and prototype data collection hardware, including camera rigs, sensor mounts, teleoperation interfaces, end-effector and wrist-cam assemblies
Build recording and data-handling scripts for multi-camera capture, synchronization, and sensor fusion targeting HDF5 and LeRobot dataset formats
Integrate and evaluate off-the-shelf components, including RGB-D camera arrays, dexterous hands, teleoperation gloves, and VR headsets
Support real-world data collection and model evaluation sessions on robot arms and humanoid platforms
3D-print, assemble, wire, and bench-test prototypes alongside the lab technician
Document hardware specifications, BOMs, and reproducible setup procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in or completed a Master's (or PhD) in Robotics, ECE, ME, CS, or a related field
Proficient in Python; comfortable with Linux and version control
Hands-on experience with at least one of: ROS/ROS2, sensor integration, CAD (OpenSCAD/Onshape/SolidWorks), or 3D printing
Able to work on-site in Palo Alto or Redmond Lab
Preferred: Experience with imitation learning / robot learning data pipelines (LeRobot, RLDS, HDF5)
Preferred: Familiarity with depth cameras, SLAM, or multi-camera calibration
Preferred: Teleoperation, motion capture, or VR/AR input experience
Preferred: Soldering, electronics prototyping, mechanical fabrication