Toyota Research Institute (TRI) is looking to revolutionize the field of robotic manipulation by enabling long-horizon dexterous behaviors to be efficiently instructed, learned, and improved over time in diverse, real-world environments, ultimately aiming to make general-purpose robots a reality.
Requirements
- Understanding of common mechanical components and robot sensors.
- Experience using common rapid prototyping techniques and equipment (3D printers, laser cutters, hand tools, etc).
- Solid fundamentals with mechanical CAD software (e.g. Onshape or SolidWorks).
- Experience designing, executing, and summarizing system tests.
- Experience designing for small-scale contract manufacturing and assembly.
- Electronic assembly skills (crimping, soldering, and wire routing) and debugging experience.
- Programming experience in MATLAB, Python, C++, or similar.
Responsibilities
- design, fabrication, ordering, and assembly of robotic systems and test spaces, including both structural and electromechanical components
- working closely across subject areas with team members to define project requirements and support project needs (e.g. rapid iteration on robot component designs, maintenance, and repair of robotic systems)
- ensure the robotic lab remains safe, clean, and effective
- plan, execute, document, and communicate testing activities
- providing clear and accurate reporting of test conditions and results
- deploy and test robots both inside and outside of the lab
Other
- summer 2026 paid 12-week internship opportunity
- in-office role in Cambridge, MA
- Occasional travel may be required
- Willingness to communicate and ask questions when in doubt.
- Demonstrable communication skills, written and verbal, including utilization of design documents and systems drawings.
