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First Robotics Intern Jobs in Berkeley, CA (NOW HIRING)

Robotics Customer Operations Intern

Menlo Park, CA · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

Our first product, also called Matic, is a Wall-E-esque floor cleaning robot. We've built what ... We're hiring a Robotics Customer Operations Intern to get in the weeds with us and tighten every ...

... robotics, supporting operating room equipment, and manufacturing custom consumables. The core ... Strong understanding of engineering first principles * Education in an engineering-related field

... robotics, supporting operating room equipment, and manufacturing custom consumables. The core ... Strong understanding of engineering first principles * Education in an engineering-related field

Intern - Growth

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

Our first robot, LeLamp, explores a new category of consumer robotics where everyday objects become interactive and help us reshape our attachment to technology. Our goal is to push the frontier of ...

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How much do first robotics intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for first robotics intern in Berkeley, CA is $20.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.64 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are First Robotics Interns?

First Robotics Interns are students or recent graduates who assist in the planning, building, and programming of robots for FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) competitions. They work closely with mentors and teams to learn engineering, coding, and project management skills while contributing to the team's success. This internship provides hands-on experience in STEM fields, fosters teamwork, and encourages creative problem-solving. Interns may also help organize events or outreach programs to promote STEM education within their communities.

What types of projects and responsibilities can a First Robotics Intern expect to be involved with during their internship?

As a First Robotics Intern, you can expect to work on hands-on projects that may include designing, building, and testing robot components, programming control systems, and assisting with troubleshooting during competitions or demonstrations. Interns often collaborate closely with mentors, students, and engineering professionals to brainstorm solutions and contribute to team strategy. The environment is highly team-oriented and fast-paced, providing opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills. Interns may also help organize outreach activities or workshops, gaining experience in communication and project management while supporting the mission of inspiring interest in STEM fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a First Robotics Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a First Robotics Intern, you need a solid understanding of STEM fundamentals, especially in engineering, programming, and robotics, often supported by coursework or hands-on experience in related fields. Familiarity with tools like CAD software, programming languages (such as Java or Python), and robotics kits (e.g., FIRST Robotics Competition control systems) is typically required. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help you collaborate and innovate within diverse teams. These skills and qualities are essential for successfully designing, building, and programming robots while contributing positively to team projects and competitions.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern, Robotics

Mechanical Engineering Intern, Robotics

Neuralink

South San Francisco, CA

$35/hr

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Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Team Description:

The Robotics & Surgery Engineering Team is developing our next-generation surgical platform to facilitate bringing our cutting-edge brain implant to more of those in need. We're working on driving surgery time and invasiveness down, while pushing safety and accuracy to their maximums.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at Neuralink, you will have the opportunity to design and produce hardware solutions for our brain-machine interface devices, including surgical robotics, automation, microfabrication, and more. You will get to own projects from concept to production, utilizing your mechanical engineering background in the challenging field of brain-machine interfaces. The role involves collaboration with neuroscientists, biologists, and engineers to determine design criteria and build systems quickly and effectively.

Required Qualifications:

  • 6+ months experience of in the application of technical skills outside of the classroom (examples depending on the role: laboratory, research, extracurricular project teams, open source contributions, volunteering, personal projects or prior internship/work experience)
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • 1+ years of mechanical engineering industry experience, including owning products from concept to production
  • Proficiency in Solidworks or similar CAD program
  • Experience with conventional machining and rapid prototyping technologies
  • Experience with precision design and manufacturing
  • Experience with advanced imaging techniques

Additional Requirements and Competencies:

  • Resourceful, flexible and adaptable; no task is too big or too small
  • You find large challenges exciting and enjoy discovering and defining problems as much as solving them
  • You deliver. You may enjoy thoughtful conversations about problems and perfecting designs, but in the end, you know that what matters is delivering a manufacturable solution that works every time
  • You are a cross-disciplinary team member. You are excited to work with and learn from software, mechanical, electrical, materials, biological engineers, and neuroscientists. You are comfortable communicating across teams

Expected Compensation:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is listed below.

California Hourly Flat Rate:
$35/Hr USD