Robotics Systems Engineer Intern/Co-op (May 2026)

Join Amazon Robotics as a Robotics Systems Engineer Intern/Co-op to deploy and troubleshoot advanced robotic systems in fulfillment centers.

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Oversee installation, troubleshooting, integration, and commissioning of Amazon Robotics equipment in new and existing fulfillment centers.
• Work with a team of 1-5 engineers and collaborate with on-site project managers for technical oversight.
• Coordinate with third-party installers, contracted engineers, construction, hardware, software, IT, and other partner teams.
• Deploy robotic systems across various product life cycle phases, including developing and modifying process documentation.
• Identify and solve real-time deployment problems independently and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage project KPIs including on-time delivery, cost, quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Travel extensively across the US (75% travel) and potentially internationally; valid US driver’s license required.
• Perform quality hand-off, live order testing, site acceptance testing, operational readiness testing, and monitor robotics system performance.

About You

The company is looking for candidates with:

• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering, or related STEM field, with graduation between December 2026 and August 2027.
• Eligibility and availability for a full-time (40h/week) 6-month co-op.
• Strong foundational knowledge of robotics, networked mechanical systems, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and develop technical documentation, process instructions, technical drawings, and CAD models.
• Proficiency in standard office software tools and processes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage a small team during deployments.
• Experience or willingness to work primarily in construction or warehouse environments.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of data collection, reporting processes, and data-driven decision making.
• Willingness to travel extensively across the US and potentially internationally.

Preferred qualifications include:

• 1-2 years of experience in field engineering, construction, manufacturing, or warehouse environments.
• Experience with hardware integration or complex mechanical-electrical or networked industrial equipment.
• Practical understanding of network fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing, switching, HTTP).
• Knowledge of robot-specific systems (Fanuc, ABB), Allen Bradley PLC, and programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java.
• Demonstrated ability to take independent initiative and use data to drive decisions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay ranges from $35.63/hr to $78.37/hr depending on geographic market and candidate experience.
• Potential equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation as part of a total compensation package.
• Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

Training & Development

Training is provided on specific robotic systems and processes. Opportunities to work directly in robotics testing labs and manufacturing facilities at North Reading, MA, or Westborough, MA innovation hubs.

Career Progression

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in robotics deployment engineering with potential to advance within Amazon Robotics and related engineering roles.

How to Apply

By applying, candidates will be considered for Robotics Systems Engineer 2026 summer intern, spring co-op, and fall co-op roles on the Robotics Deployment Engineering team.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible

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