About the job
Who We Are:
At Formic, we are dedicated to transforming American manufacturing by making automation accessible to every factory. As labor shortages escalate, costs climb, and global competition becomes fiercer, automation has become a necessity for manufacturers seeking to maintain their competitive edge.
We provide automation solutions through our innovative Robotics-as-a-Service model, which combines industrial robotics, proprietary software, and comprehensive support into a cohesive package. By eliminating traditional barriers such as cost, complexity, and risk, we empower manufacturers to implement automation swiftly and achieve significant improvements in throughput, safety, and operational efficiency without requiring substantial upfront capital.
Supported by prominent investors like Lux Capital, Initialized Capital, Blackhorn Ventures, and Mitsubishi HC Capital North America, Formic is rapidly scaling and laying the groundwork for a new era of high-performance, American-made production.
About the Role:
As a Summer Intern at Formic, you will play a vital role in supporting robotics deployments and operational execution while gaining hands-on experience with real-world automation systems. You will engage in both technical and non-technical tasks, aiding in coordination, documentation, and process enhancement while learning about the construction, testing, installation, and support of robotic systems within active manufacturing settings.
This internship is perfect for individuals who are highly organized, inquisitive, and enthusiastic about understanding the operations of a large-scale robotics company.
In This Role You Will:- Facilitate coordination between internal teams, external vendors, and clients.
- Assist in preparing deployment documentation, checklists, and installation readiness assessments.
- Shadow customer calls and internal planning meetings to capture clear notes and action items.
- Help create customer-facing materials, FAQs, and onboarding documentation.
- Support post-deployment tracking, issue documentation, and follow-up coordination.
- Assist engineers and technicians with testing, setup, or validation of robotic systems.
- Document edge cases, integration notes, and provide input for continuous improvement.
