Robotics Systems Dev Engineer Co-op - Spring & Fall 2025
Content + Source + Freshness • 15 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value position; valuable for those beginning their careers in robotics but may lack long-term growth prospects without further education.
- Excellent opportunity for interns or entry-level engineers
- Hands-on involvement in robotics deployment
- May require physical and travel commitment
Pros
- Great entry point into robotics engineering career
- Hands-on technical experience with real-world applications
- Exposure to advanced robotics technologies and deployment
Cons
- Limited long-term advancement opportunities without additional schooling
- Physical demands and high travel may be challenging
- Initial salary may not be competitive in advanced engineering roles
Who it's for
Early career / Intern • Field-based with travel
Good fit
- Students or recent graduates in engineering
- Individuals keen on practical robotics experience
- Candidates looking for dynamic, project-based roles
Not recommended for
- Those seeking stable desk jobs
- Individuals not interested in hands-on work
- Candidates looking for immediate high salaries
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
DESCRIPTION
Working at Amazon Robotics
Are you inspired by invention? Is problem solving through teamwork in your DNA? Do you like the idea of seeing how your work impacts the bigger picture? Answer yes to any of these and you’ll fit right in here at Amazon Robotics. We are a smart team of doers that work passionately to apply cutting edge advances in robotics and software to solve real-world challenges that will transform our customers’ experiences in ways we can’t even image yet. We invent new improvements every day. We are Amazon Robotics and we will give you the tools and support you need to invent with us in ways that are rewarding, fulfilling and fun.
The Robotics Systems Engineer is a key member of the Amazon Robotics deployment team overseeing the installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of Amazon Robotics equipment within new and existing fulfillment centers. This field engineering-based role requires proven technical skills related to the deployment of robotic equipment including work with mechanical, electrical, networking, and software systems during a deployment. While training is provided on the specific systems that the engineers will be working on a candidate should possess existing knowledge on the basic operations of robotics and networked mechanical and electrical systems prior to taking the position.
A Systems engineer will work as a part of a team of 1-5 engineers supporting an on-site project manager to provide technical oversight on the installation of both third party and Amazon designed robotics equipment. The deployments involve extensive collaboration with third party installers and contracted engineers, construction, hardware, software, IT, and many other partner teams – communication skills with both internal and external partners and customers are a must. As an Amazonian the candidate will be expected to be able to show independent initiative to identify and solve problems in real time during a project and drive continuous improvement projects forward to avoid recurrences.
The robotics systems that the systems engineers will be deploying may be in various phases of a product life cycle. When supporting new products, the candidate will be expected to work to develop process documentation and modify the existing processes in partnership with project and program managers to drive business performance and sustainability. Proven technical understanding, a love of field work, and a keen interest in diving deep into the workings of the many robotics systems that Amazon uses are critical to success in this role.
Project duration can range from a few days to several months and include travel across the US. International work is available for candidates interested in pursuing it.
This role is a 6 month co-op to join AR full time (40 hours/week) from January to June 2025 or July to December 2025. Amazon Robotics co-op opportunities will be based in the Greater Boston Area, in our two state-of-the-art facilities in Westborough and North Reading, MA. Both campuses provide a unique opportunity for interns to have direct access to robotics testing labs and manufacturing facilities.
This position requires up to 75% travel. Valid US drivers license required.
A day in the life
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Are enrolled in or have completed a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Are enrolled in a academic program that is physically located in Canada
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 12 week internship maximum
- Can relocate to where the internship is based
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Are enrolled in or have completed a Master's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or equivalent
- Experience working for Amazon or any Amazon subsidiary or affiliate
- Experience programming or scripting language like Python, Java, C or C++
- Experience with open-source technologies like Linux, Spring or React
- Experience with distributed computing, programs and systems
- Experience with automating and simplifying team development, test, and operations processes
Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.
