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Robotics Engineering Intern

Bohr Systems
San Diego, CA Intern
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Robotics Engineer (Unpaid Internship) – San Diego (Local Applicants Only) SUMMER 2025

Are you a high school, undergraduate, or graduate student in the Greater San Diego area with a passion for cutting-edge robotics? Do you want hands-on experience developing autonomous drones for real-world defense applications—without leaving your hometown? Join us as an unpaid intern and help shape the future of drone swarm technology!

About Us

We’re an early-stage startup in San Diego dedicated to building GPS-denied autonomous drone systems for the Department of Defense. We aim to deliver reliable, jam-proof navigation and precision targeting for modern military operations.

What You’ll Do

  • Assemble & Test : Work directly on quadcopter frames, flight controllers (Pixhawk), sensors (LiDAR, IR), and communication modules.
  • Integrate & Code : Help implement sensor fusion (C / Python), flight path algorithms, and autonomy logic under the guidance of our lead engineer.
  • Prototype & Validate : Participate in ground and flight tests, gather data, and troubleshoot hardware / software to improve performance.
  • Collaborate Locally : Attend in-person team meetings and lab sessions in the San Diego area, sharing new ideas and problem-solving as a group.

You Are

  • Local to San Diego : High school, undergrad, or grad student living in the greater San Diego area.
  • Robotics Enthusiast : Coursework or extracurriculars in robotics, drones, FRC, or STEM clubs.
  • Hands-On Learner : Comfortable with tools, 3D printing, soldering, or tinkering with electronics.
  • Eager to Experiment : Driven to test, iterate, and explore new solutions, even when resources are limited.
  • Team Player : Excited to work onsite and collaborate with a small, passionate defense tech startup.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Real Impact : Contribute directly to a drone system being developed for critical national defense applications.
  • Mentorship & Growth : Receive guidance from experienced robotics and aerospace professionals.
  • Other Details

  • Position : Unpaid internship, flexible hours (part-time).
  • Location : Onsite in San Diego (meetings & tests). Must be able to commute.
  • Duration : Minimum 2–3 months Summer 2025, with potential extension based on performance and mutual fit.
  • Ready to dive into advanced robotics and autonomy?

    Send us a brief introduction and your CV / resume (if available) to [Your Contact Email] . Tell us why you’re passionate about drones, robotics, or defense technology. We look forward to hearing from local San Diego innovators ready to help build next-generation drone solutions!

  • We are an equal-opportunity collaborator. Our focus is on finding dedicated, local students in San Diego eager to learn and contribute. This is an unpaid, hands-on internship for educational and career-development purposes.
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