Robotics, Industrial Automation, AI, Manufacturing Technology

Robotics Mechanical Engineering Intern (Fall/Winter 2026)

Milpitas, CAOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-levelPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

Mechanical Engineering
Robotics
Mechatronics
SolidWorks
Fusion 360
mechanical hardware
CNC machining
sheet metal
3D printing

Nice to have

robotic arms
actuators
transmissions
mobile robots
end-effectors
GD&T

Role summary

RoboForce, an AI robotics company, seeks a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer Intern to design, prototype, test, and iterate on robotic hardware for industrial environments. This hands-on role involves creating 3D CAD models, performing engineering analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate designs into complete robotic systems. The internship offers practical experience in a fast-paced AI robotics setting, focusing on real-world deployment and scalability.

Why RoboForce

RoboForce is an AI robotics company developing Physical AI–powered Robo-Labor for dull, dirty, and dangerous work. The company’s robots are engineered for demanding industrial environments, with a focus on real-world deployment and scalability. We are looking for a motivated Mechanical Design Engineer Intern to join our team. This is a hands-on opportunity to design, prototype, test, and iterate on robotic hardware for real-world deployment. You will work alongside experienced mechanical, electrical, and robotics engineers on ambitious, real-world problems. You will help turn ideas into tested hardware and see how your designs perform as part of complete robotic systems.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical parts, mechanisms, and assemblies for robotic systems.

Create and update 3D CAD models and engineering drawings.

Perform basic engineering analysis, tolerance checks, and FEA.

Support prototype fabrication, assembly, testing, and design iteration.

Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and robotics engineers during system integration.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, or a related field, or graduated within the past 6 months.

Strong mechanical design fundamentals.

Experience with SolidWorks or Fusion 360.

Hands-on experience designing and building mechanical hardware through coursework, research, internships, robotics teams, or personal projects.

Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, sheet metal, or 3D printing.

Able to work on-site in Milpitas, CA, five days per week (40 hours/week)

Bonus Qualifications

Experience with robotic arms, actuators, transmissions, mobile robots, or end-effectors.

Familiarity with GD&T, tolerance stack-up, FEA, and DFM.

Machine-shop or rapid-prototyping experience.

Experience taking a design from CAD to manufactured and tested hardware.

Benefits

Company-provided lunch and dinner, a fully stocked kitchen, and team events.

Compensation: $6,000-$6,500 USD per month

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