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This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we've announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing. By joining us now, you'll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics-working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to: R&D Principal Engineer

As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through various projects and will will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed.

You will also showcase your skills by supporting ABB's operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities.

The work model for the role is onsite in San Jose, CA and is a 12-week internship immediately commencing upon clearance of background checks.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Conduct robot simulation using RobotStudio HyperRealism
• Develop complex AI and simulation for industrial deployment at scale
• Strike the perfect balance between fidelity and computational complexity
• Contribute to closing the sim-to-real gap
• Reduce dependence on physical prototypes
• Make simulation an indispensable part of our entire design, development and deployment process
• Generate photorealistic synthetic datasets in 2D, 3D and video sequences for AI and robotics applications

Qualifications for the role:

• Currently enrolled in a PhD or master's degree program in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Software Engineering, or related fields, in the United States.
• Exposure to automation, robotics, with full-cell robotics simulation
• Experience with 3D CAD software such as Solidworks or AutoCAD
• Experience with NVIDIA Issac Sim, BlenderProc, or other simulation software
• Experience with NVIDIA omniverse
• Experience with ABB RobotStudio a plus
• Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

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What's in it for you

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Internships at ABB within the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off.

The hourly rate is determined by things such as the successful applicant's qualifications, graduation year and experience. This position is expected to pay between $20 - $34 per hour.

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