Internship / Master-Thesis (m/f/d): ABB Robotics Research

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This role sits within ABB's Robotics business, a leading global robotics company. We're entering an exciting new chapter as we’ve announced the plan for SoftBank Group to acquire ABB Robotics. SoftBank is a globally recognized technology group and investor/operator focused on AI, robotics, and next-generation computing.  By joining us now, you’ll be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of robotics—working alongside world-class experts in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment.

This Position reports to:

R&D Team Lead

 

Key responsibilities

 

Interested in experiencing professional life within a globally-oriented, innovation-driven corporate research team? Become our intern (m/f/d) and get acquainted with an appropriate division for 3 to 6 months. You'll participate in extensive initiatives and carry out a specified range of responsibilities autonomously. Leverage your internship to establish connections and gain familiarity with our organization. Based on the candidate's capabilities and preferences, the subjects and assignments during an internship at ABB Robotics Research can be diverse

The work model for the role is: #LI-Hybrid

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Human-Robot-Collaboration (HRC): Development & evaluation of new concepts incl. validation in a test-rig and/ or simulation for increased manufacturing flexibility and productivity.
• Motion & Force CTRL: Development, evaluation and validation in simulation and/ or test-rig of new control concepts.
• Machine learning: Investigating state-of-the-art machine learning algorithms for robotics, from simulation to real robots, in Python using TensorFlow/PyTorch
• Software development: Development & implementation of robotics software solutions in VisualStudio (C++, C#, JAVA) for intelligent robotics functionalities.
• Mobile Robotics: Safety of industrial mobile robots (IMRs) related to hardware, communication and safety architecture.
• AI for Robotics: wide array of applications, ranging from multi-modal AI architectures for robotics systems to integration of LLMs and computer vision models.

Qualifications for the role (Mandatory)

• Ongoing Master program with focus on Robotics, Control Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics or Automation Engineering
• Depending on the subject area: Initial programming skills and experience in Matlab/ Simulink, python, C, C++ or C#; Physical understanding of sensors for environmental detection (radar, laser, vision): In-depth understanding of control engineering methods
• Structured and goal-oriented way of working
• Ability to solve problems efficiently in HW and SW
• Fluent command of English (written and spoken). Knowledge of German is a plus.

  

Interested in joining our team? We are looking forward to receiving your complete application through our online tool. In the case of equal suitability, people with severe disabilities and equals are given preference.

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A Future Opportunity
Please note that this position is part of our talent pipeline and not an active job opening at this time. By applying, you express your interest in future career opportunities with ABB.

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