Robotics Software Intern - Manipulation

Persona AI · Software

Location: Houston, TX
Metro: Houston
Workplace: On-site
Level: Intern
Type: Internship
Posted: 2 months ago
Source: Simplify internships list

What the posting covers

Who We Are

Job Title: Robotics Software Internship, Manipulation Department: Software Engineering Reports To: Manipulation Lead Employment Type: Internship Location: Houston, Texas – Required (on-site) Who We Are: Persona AI is building humanoid robots for the most…

Your Role

Help design and implement dexterous manipulation algorithms for humanoid robots with high-DOF, multi-fingered hands, working closely with senior engineers. Contribute to the manipulation pipeline (perception, grasping, trajectory optimization, motion…

We're Looking For

Currently pursuing a BS, MS, or PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Coursework, lab research, or project experience (capstone projects, robotics competitions, personal projects) involving control and…

Preferred or Bonus Qualifications

Project or research experience with contact modeling, force/torque estimation, or tactile sensing for dexterous tasks. Exposure to machine learning for dexterous manipulation, such as learning-based grasp strategies, behavior cloning, or reinforcement…

Our Internship Program

At Persona AI, our internship program gives you direct, hands-on experience building cutting-edge humanoid robotics alongside industry experts. We offer full-time term opportunities across three upcoming cohorts: Fall 2026: August – December Spring 2027:…

Application Review Process

We evaluate applications as they are received rather than waiting for the posted deadline to pass. Positions for each cohort are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and the portal will close as soon as all available roles are finalized. To give…

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