Research and Development Internship

Join our innovative team at anybotics AG as an Electrical Engineering Intern. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of robotics and automation while contributing to cutting-edge projects. As an intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers and participate in the design, testing, and implementation of electrical syst…

Gravis Robotics offers a Software Engineer Internship in Zurich, designed for those interested in hands-on experience in robotics software development. Interns become part of an engineering team that designs, builds, and refines software for robotic systems. Role overview This internship centers on practical work within the robotics sector. Interns contribute to ongoing projects that aim to support and improve robotic technologies. Collaboration with experienced engineers is a key part of the role, with opportunities to tackle real software challenges. What you will do Help advance projects that enhance robotic technologies Work closely with seasoned engineers on software tasks Take part in the entire development process, from initial design to implementation

Join us at anybotics as a Visual AI Data Engineering Intern, where you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of AI technology. This internship offers you a unique chance to collaborate with our talented team and gain hands-on experience in data engineering, focusing on visual AI solutions.

Visium is looking for a Junior Machine Learning Engineer Intern to join the team in Zürich. This internship offers hands-on experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning projects, working closely with experienced engineers. Role overview As a Junior Machine Learning Engineer Intern, you will contribute to building and refining machine learning models. The work includes supporting the development, testing, and deployment of models that support different projects within the company. What you will do Assist in designing and developing machine learning models Support testing and validation of model performance Help deploy models to production environments Work with team members to solve real-world problems using data-driven approaches Team and environment This role involves close collaboration with experienced professionals in a supportive and learning-focused setting. Interns are encouraged to ask questions and contribute ideas as part of the team’s ongoing projects.

Gravis Robotics is an innovative startup dedicated to transforming heavy construction machinery into intelligent, autonomous robotics. Our groundbreaking approach combines advanced learning-based automation with augmented remote control, enabling a single operator to manage a fleet of machines safely from any location globally. With over a decade of academic expertise in large-scale robotics, our team is rapidly expanding to revolutionize this multi-billion dollar industry.Internship OverviewWe are seeking enthusiastic and talented interns to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development and implementation of extraordinary construction robots. The ideal candidate is self-driven, thrives in both independent and collaborative environments, and possesses a strong passion for tackling exciting and complex challenges.At Gravis, we constantly engineer solutions at the intersection of hardware and software. Your responsibilities may encompass one or more areas based on your experience and interests.

StepStone Group is a leading global specialist in private markets, providing customized investment strategies, expert advisory services, and insightful, data-driven analysis to investors worldwide. By leveraging our exceptional platform and unparalleled intelligence across various sectors, strategies, and geographies, we empower our clients to discover the insights and solutions necessary for their success.Position Overview:We seek an entrepreneurial and detail-oriented individual with excellent communication skills for the 2026 Private Debt Internship. The successful candidate will quickly comprehend complex situations, manage their time effectively, and prioritize their workload efficiently. This internship serves as a perfect entry point into the realm of Private Debt, allowing the candidate to evolve into an asset class expert across different areas within the firm. The internship is designed to be flexible, offering opportunities to rotate between teams for broader exposure and a steep learning curve.Primary Responsibilities Include:Support various teams in business development, client servicing, and portfolio management as needed.Assist in the preparation, updating, and optimization of presentations, pitch decks, and marketing materials.Coordinate and respond to internal and external information requests, including RfPs, DDQs, and client inquiries.Help portfolio managers and team members with portfolio analysis, monitoring, and performance reviews.Contribute to the development and updating of internal and external communications and documentation.Engage in ad hoc projects and analyses across business functions (e.g., investments, operations, reporting).

Skydio stands at the forefront of autonomous flight technology, revolutionizing the future of drones and aerial mobility. As the leading US drone company, we harness cutting-edge artificial intelligence, state-of-the-art hardware, and exceptional software development to empower a diverse range of drone users, from utility inspectors to first responders and military personnel.About the Role:Join us in building the world’s most sophisticated autonomous drones utilized in various sectors including inspection, public safety, defense, and cinematography. Your innovative research will not just remain theoretical; it will take flight, directly influencing how pilots and operators execute missions in challenging environments. You will develop and implement reinforcement learning and related policy-learning methodologies that enhance the ability of Skydio aircraft to autonomously plan, navigate, and control themselves more intelligently, safely, and efficiently across our ecosystem, which includes handheld applications, ground control systems, cloud autonomy services, and fleet operations.How You'll Make an Impact:Adaptive Navigation & Avoidance: Train adaptive policies for navigating complex 3D environments (such as forests, urban areas, and bridges), enhancing our existing obstacle avoidance and goal-seeking capabilities.Reinforcement Learning-Enhanced Planning: Integrate learned cost functions and value assessments with trajectory optimization techniques to ensure smooth, agile flight while adhering to safety parameters and mission requirements.Simulated to Real-World Application: Create scalable datasets and training loops leveraging Isaac Lab, domain randomization, and safety protocols, with weekly validation on actual drones.Human-in-the-Loop Control: Develop assistive policies that seamlessly merge pilot intent with autonomous operations, enhancing the ease of control transitions.Collaborative Fleet Operations: Investigate decentralized coordination strategies for effective coverage, pursuit, and collaborative mapping with minimal communication.What Sets This Internship Apart:Hands-On Hardware Experience: Utilize simulations for prototyping and conduct flight tests on production-ready aircraft and edge computing systems. Your contributions will have a tangible impact beyond the simulation environment.Emphasis on Safety: We prioritize safety in our learning processes by integrating formal constraints, uncertainty estimation, and conservative action filters to ensure reliable deployment in human-centric environments.

BLP Digital specializes in agentic AI for ERP automation, serving large enterprises across finance, procurement, logistics, and sales. Founded by ETH Zurich and HSG alumni, the company’s AI agents automate over 70,000 processes daily for more than 20,000 users in 40+ countries, including Fortune 500 clients. With strong technical roots and deep business process knowledge, BLP Digital has built a SaaS product with proven traction and a rapidly expanding international customer base. This onsite internship in Zurich offers direct involvement in deploying BLP’s Native-AI-powered ERP automation solutions. Interns move beyond observation, taking responsibility for real projects and contributing to live implementations. The role suits those who are curious, proactive, and interested in both technology and business operations. Expect a steep learning curve and meaningful responsibility from the start. Internship Details Location: Onsite in Zurich Full-time preferred; part-time possible Minimum duration: 3–6 months What you will do Support ERP automation projects from requirements analysis through deployment Analyze customer business processes to identify automation opportunities Help design and configure tailored solutions for client workflows Collaborate with engineering and product teams to address technical and process questions Draft documentation, implementation guides, and summarize customer insights Assist with customer communications to keep projects moving forward Gather feedback from users and propose improvements to products and processes Take on additional tasks as needed to support the project team

Duration: Minimum 6 months; ideally 9–12 months, depending on the candidate’s experience.At Scandit, we empower individuals with cutting-edge technology. Whether it’s accelerating delivery routes for drivers, ensuring patients receive the correct medications, or streamlining retail operations, our solutions transform workflows and yield actionable insights across diverse sectors. Join us as we innovate, expand, and elevate Scandit to new heights.About the InternshipThis research-oriented internship is designed to propel advancements in machine learning techniques for intricate visual understanding tasks. You will engage in projects that focus on deep learning frameworks for image-to-sequence modeling, including Transformers and attention mechanisms, to tackle complex and highly structured computer vision challenges. Your contributions will play a crucial role in our long-term research initiatives targeting enhanced performance, robustness, and generalization in large-scale visual applications.Your ResponsibilitiesCollaborating closely with seasoned ML researchers and engineers, you will be at the forefront of groundbreaking research that intersects computer vision and sequence modeling. Your key responsibilities will include:Designing and testing innovative ML architectures for structured visual data.Assessing various modeling paradigms, including encoder-decoder frameworks and hybrid Transformer models.Exploring methods to enhance robustness, generalization, and multi-view reasoning capabilities.Conducting systematic experiments, ablation studies, and error analyses to substantiate your research hypotheses.This internship offers a unique opportunity for original model development, extensive experimentation, and impactful scholarly work. You will help drive technological innovation with potential real-world implications for millions of users, making this position ideal for master’s students, PhD candidates, or those aspiring for research careers in academia or industry.Your ProfileYou are a Master's or PhD student in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, or a related discipline, with a strong emphasis on research. You possess a solid understanding of machine learning theory, neural networks, and computer vision.Key Skills:Expertise in Python and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch.Hands-on experience in designing, training, and evaluating neural networks, including CNNs and Transformer architectures.Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex challenges.

About UsAxelera AI is a pioneering deep-tech startup dedicated to developing a next-generation AI platform that empowers individuals to contribute toward advancing humanity and enhancing the world. In just four years, we have successfully raised $120 million and assembled a world-class team of over 220 employees, including more than 49 PhD holders, who have collectively garnered over 40,000 citations. Our team operates remotely from 17 different countries, with offices in Belgium, France, Switzerland, Italy, and the UK, and we are headquartered at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, Netherlands.We proudly introduced our Metis™ AI Platform, which delivers a remarkable 3-5x increase in efficiency and performance, and we are currently witnessing a robust business pipeline projected to exceed $100 million.Our steadfast commitment to innovation has positioned us as a global leader in the industry.Are you ready to take on this exciting challenge?

About Flexion Robotics:At Flexion Robotics, we are at the forefront of developing the intelligence layer that will drive the next generation of humanoid robots. Our goal is to facilitate the shift from fragile prototypes to the real-world deployment of humanoid technologies. Founded by top scientists specializing in robot reinforcement learning, including former experts from Nvidia and ETH Zürich, and backed by prominent international venture capital firms, we have quickly progressed from our initial coding phase to showcasing real humanoid capabilities in collaboration with our partners. Discover more about our innovative journey at flexion.ai.The Internship Role:Join us as a Product & Commercial Operations Intern, where you will collaborate closely with the Product Lead on various initiatives, including customer discovery, partnership operations, and proposal preparation. This role offers you direct exposure to genuine customer dialogues, active contract processes, and strategic decision-making regarding opportunity pursuits. While your tasks will be operational and detail-oriented, you will be situated within a strategic context—providing you with a front-row seat to how an early-stage robotics company successfully brings a highly technical product to market.Your Responsibilities:Prepare briefing documents and conduct research prior to discovery calls with prospective customers and partners.Organize and maintain pipeline tracking, including deal statuses, contacts, notes, and next steps.Assist in assembling proposals for Proof of Concepts (PoCs) by consolidating technical specifications, scope descriptions, and commercial terms from existing templates and previous engagements.Draft follow-up communications and coordinate schedules with external stakeholders.Help manage contract documents, track redline versions, and maintain status overviews during negotiation cycles.Compile and format contractual exhibits, milestone descriptions, and acceptance criteria based on input from the Product Lead and engineering team.Research potential customers and competitors; summarize findings into concise internal briefs.Contribute to structuring and maintaining internal documentation, including partnership summaries, process templates, and decision logs.Identify opportunities to develop repeatable templates and streamlined processes where ad hoc methods are currently in use.

About Flexion Robotics:At Flexion Robotics, we are at the forefront of creating the intelligence that will drive the next generation of humanoid robots. Our mission is to expedite the shift from fragile prototypes to tangible humanoid deployments in real-world applications. Founded by renowned scientists in the field of robot reinforcement learning (including alumni from Nvidia and ETH Zürich) and supported by prestigious international venture capital firms, we have rapidly progressed from our initial coding phase to successfully deploying real humanoid capabilities alongside our partners.The Role:We are seeking an enthusiastic intern to join our manipulation team, where you will play a critical role in developing and implementing learning-based controllers for dexterous manipulation on our humanoid robot. This position offers you the opportunity to collaborate closely with top engineers and researchers across various teams focused on manipulation, reinforcement learning, and motion generation. In this hands-on role, you will gain invaluable real-world robotics experience by contributing to cutting-edge research and development initiatives, from training models to deploying them on physical hardware.If you are passionate about advancing the field of humanoid dexterous manipulation and eager to learn from one of the leading teams in the industry, we encourage you to apply.

At Scandit, we empower individuals with cutting-edge technology that transforms everyday tasks into efficient workflows. Our innovative solutions enhance operational efficiency across various sectors, enabling quicker deliveries, accurate medication matching, and streamlined retail operations. Join us in our mission to elevate Scandit to new heights through continuous growth and innovation. About the Internship We are seeking enthusiastic students who are passionate about computer vision and machine learning to become part of our Zürich team for a duration of four to six months. As an intern, you will contribute to product development by improving and extending algorithms and their automated testing infrastructure. This internship presents an exceptional opportunity to apply your academic knowledge while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative international environment. What You Will Do Depending on your background and interests, you may work on a variety of exciting projects, including: Refining barcode scanning algorithms to perform effectively in challenging conditions such as deformed surfaces, glare, or reflections. Enhancing our real-time visual tracking and pose estimation systems by integrating advanced sensor measurements and state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms. Improving our object and context detection capabilities through the development and integration of cutting-edge machine learning techniques. Advancing our real-time visualization systems to facilitate the analysis and development of our computer vision algorithms. Streamlining our image annotation tools by implementing intelligent algorithms to reduce manual efforts. Creating features for image classification, matching, and reconstruction to enhance our algorithms for monitoring shelf and product conditions in supermarkets. Our Tech Stack Computer vision algorithms: C++17, CMake Machine learning training and tools, cloud processing: Python, Pytorch Acceleration: SIMD, Vulkan, CoreML

About Flexion Robotics:At Flexion Robotics, we are dedicated to developing the intelligence layer that will drive the next generation of humanoid robots. Our goal is to expedite the shift from fragile prototypes to fully functional humanoids deployed in real-world scenarios. Founded by top-tier scientists in the field of robot reinforcement learning (with backgrounds at Nvidia and ETH Zürich), and supported by prominent international venture capital firms, we have rapidly advanced from writing our first line of code to demonstrating real humanoid capabilities in collaboration with our partners.The Internship Role:We are in search of a skilled MS or PhD intern to join our dynamic team in Zürich, eager to explore how humanoid robots can perceive and interact with their surroundings in innovative ways.Your work will be at the cutting edge of generative whole-body trajectory generation, utilizing diffusion models, flow matching, and/or auto-regressive models, along with 3D environment perception.This is a unique opportunity to tackle open-ended challenges in a fast-paced environment while learning from an exceptional team of engineers and scientists, contributing directly to our foundational software development.

Internship at AlixPartners (Zurich) At AlixPartners, we believe in taking action when it matters most. We step in during critical moments and take on responsibilities in high-stakes projects. Rather than relying on lengthy theories, we focus on practical solutions that deliver results—backed by experience, execution strength, and a collaborative spirit. As an intern, you will be at the forefront of our operations. You will work closely with our consultants, assist in day-to-day project tasks, and gain valuable insights into areas such as restructuring, transformation, and value enhancement—often in situations that demand swift action and where a lot is at stake. Your Responsibilities Assist in internal investigations (e.g., in cases of suspected fraud, corruption, or other regulatory violations) Contribute to the collection, analysis, and preparation of data—both financial and operational Conduct background research on companies, individuals, or markets Prepare reports, presentations, and working documents for the project team and clients Support the review and development of compliance programs Independently research legal and regulatory frameworks across various jurisdictions Collaborate closely with consultants in day-to-day operations, often in time-sensitive situations Your Profile You are pursuing a Master's degree or have recently completed one at a prestigious university—bringing excellent grades You have gained initial practical experience through internships (in compliance-related environments) or involvement alongside your studies Proficiency in MS Office, with strong Excel skills You are fluent in German and English (minimum C1 level) Analytical thinking, entrepreneurial understanding, and a structured, solution-oriented working style characterize you You are communicative, enjoy teamwork, and take on responsibility quickly What We Offer A practical, hands-on environment with direct involvement in exciting projects Small, highly qualified teams—you often work alongside owners, board members, and CEOs Diverse assignments across various industries and functional areas International exposure and collaboration

Skydio stands at the forefront of the drone industry as a premier US-based company and a global leader in autonomous flight technology, pivotal for the future of drones and aerial mobility. Our team merges profound expertise in artificial intelligence with top-tier hardware and software development, operational excellence, and a customer-centric approach to empower a diverse array of drone users—from utility inspectors and first responders to soldiers in tactical environments and beyond.About the Role:We are seeking a talented Software Engineer to enhance the core of the Skydio Simulator—a high-fidelity, real-time digital twin of the physical world utilized daily by both customers and Skydio’s autonomy engineers.In this pivotal role, you will delve into the simulator stack, spanning physics and sensor simulation, hardware emulation, and the architecture that drives our complete autonomy software in simulation. You will play a crucial role in defining the behavior of simulated environments, how vehicles perceive and interact with them, and ensuring that simulations closely reflect reality.This systems-focused position emphasizes correctness, performance, and realism. While prior robotics experience is not mandatory, an inquisitive mindset regarding physical systems and a keen interest in autonomous robotics are essential.Areas of Responsibility:Core Simulator Architecture: Design, develop, and enhance the foundational architecture of the Skydio Simulator, ensuring scalability across various vehicle types, environments, and applications.Physics and Dynamics: Refine and expand physics models that dictate vehicle motion, environmental interactions, and dynamic agents.Sensor and Hardware Simulation: Create high-fidelity simulations of cameras, IMUs, and other onboard components, incorporating timing, noise characteristics, and hardware behavior.Autonomy Stack Integration: Execute and validate the complete Skydio autonomy stack in simulation, ensuring alignment between simulated and real-world behaviors.Feature Development on Top of the Core: Implement simulator functionalities that facilitate new workflows for customers and internal autonomy engineers, from training scenarios to advanced testing modes.Performance and Fidelity: Profile, optimize, and enhance simulator performance while consistently striving for greater realism and accuracy.What You’ll Do:Develop core simulator components using C++ and Python...

Join On Running AG as a Senior Tooling Engineer, where you will play a critical role in the development and optimization of our innovative tooling solutions. In this position, you will be responsible for designing, testing, and implementing advanced tooling processes that enhance our production capabilities and product quality.Your expertise will be pivotal in driving efficiency and ensuring that our tooling meets the highest standards of excellence and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product launches and continuous improvement initiatives.

Role Overview anybotics is hiring a Reliability Engineer in Zurich, Switzerland. This role focuses on maintaining and improving the reliability and performance of robotic systems. The Reliability Engineer will play a key part in design and testing, using data from failure analysis and performance metrics to guide improvements. What You Will Do Ensure the reliability and consistent performance of robotic systems Contribute to design and testing activities Analyze failures and performance data to identify areas for improvement Implement solutions based on findings to strengthen product reliability Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address potential issues and develop effective solutions What We Look For Strong background in engineering principles Analytical approach to problem-solving Interest in robotics and technology Experience working with multidisciplinary teams

Gravis Robotics is seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our innovative team in Zurich. As a vital contributor to our cutting-edge robotics projects, you will leverage your expertise in mechanical design, prototyping, and analysis to develop advanced robotic systems. Your role will involve collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful integration of mechanical components into our products.