What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineering Intern - Summer 2025 position at Carnegie Robotics?
Who We Are :
Carnegie Robotics partners with a variety of industry leaders to provide customized robotic solutions for any problem. Our expertise in building and deploying hardened solutions paired with our partners decades of expertise in an industry lead to very successful outcomes. We are not afraid to take on the challenges of any industry, and have applications in a wide variety of spaces : floor scrubbing, boating, logistics, industrial inspection, precision positioning, mining, off-road autonomy, and minesweeping. Whether you already have an interest in robotics, or are just joining the field and are looking to find your “niche”, Carnegie Robotics is the place for you.
What We're Looking For :
Carnegie Robotics seeks outstanding students for our internships and co-ops. We view internships as excellent opportunities for us to learn about future potential full-time hires while also contributing to students' education and their understanding of work practices in an engineering setting. Many of our interns return annually and take on ever more challenging tasks. Please note that this is a full time, on-site position.
We accept college sophomore, junior, senior, masters and PhD level students. In all cases we expect to see excellent grades, work ethic and a strong desire to accomplish goals. We pay well and will help you grow beyond your technical comfort zone.
Software Engineering Interns will be treated as junior engineers on development teams and will work closely with an assigned mentor to contribute on the following aspects of development projects :
- Creating software for robotics components and systems, including algorithms, high-level C , lower-level C code, and user interfaces
- Testing software in system integration laboratories, simulation, and on fully-realized robots
- Analyzing system performance through the use of data logs and the creation of post-processing software and scripts
- Working in the design space by writing use cases and software specifications; holding and participating in design reviews and coding peer reviews
- Working with sensors and lower-level technologies like serial buses, Ethernet, and CAN
- Integrating different sensor, actuator, and computing technologies into robotic systems
- Documenting software using industry-standard best practices
- Conforming to company policies regarding confidentiality, software licensing, and export control restrictions
Some examples of previous work include :
Computer Vision (Skills utilized : C / Python / OpenCV / OpenGL)
Autonomy (Skills utilized : C / Python / ROS / Algorithmic development / debugging)
Machine Learning / Computer Vision (Skills utilized : Python / C / pytorch / libtorch / cuda)
Cloud (Skills utilized : Javascript, React, REST API, Docker, GitHub)
The front-end was built in Javascript using React and interfaced with the backend through an OpenAPI-based REST API. Libraries such as Material UI were leveraged to create a clean, professional looking web application while the developer could focus on functionality.
Hourly wage range is based on education and experience.
Carnegie Robotics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes applications from all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable laws and Carnegie Robotics' employment policies.
