Robotics - Applied Scientist II Intern / Co-op - 2026 (Robotics, Manipulation, Perception, Moti[...]

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Robotics - Applied Scientist II Intern / Co-op - 2026 (Robotics, Manipulation, Perception, Motion Planning, Autonomous Mobile Robots, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Controls, and more)

Job ID: | Amazon.com Services LLC - A57

Are you passionate about robotics and research? Do you want to solve real customer problems through innovative technology and work on scalable research projects in a collaborative team environment? Do you want to see your science solutions directly impact millions of customers worldwide? At Amazon, we hire the best minds to innovate and build on behalf of our customers. Customer obsession is part of our company DNA, which has made us one of the world’s most beloved brands.

We’re looking for current PhD students with a passion for robotic research and applications to join us as Robotics Applied Scientist II Intern/Co‑ops in 2026 to shape the future of robotics and automation at an unprecedented scale across multiple teams. Candidates may specialize in one or more research areas such as robotics manipulation, autonomous mobile robots, motion/path planning, controls, perception, sensing, robot learning, machine learning, computer vision, large language models, human‑robot interaction, robotics simulation, optimization, and more.

By applying to this role you will be considered for Robotics Applied Scientist II Intern/Co‑op (2026) opportunities across various Robotics teams at Amazon, with internship positions available for multiple locations, durations (3 to 6+ months), and year‑round start dates (winter, spring, summer, fall). Amazon intern and co‑op roles follow the same internship structure. Interns will work full‑time (up to 40 hours per week) in office, Monday‑Friday, typically between 8 am‑5 pm, and should have at least one quarter of study remaining after the internship concludes.

Basic Qualifications

18 years of age or older

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in Computer Science, Robotics, Engineering, Machine Learning, Operations Research, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field

Eligible for and available for full‑time (40 hours per week) internship in person at the assigned office location for the entire duration of the internship/co‑op

At least 1 year of relevant academic research or industry experience within Robotics, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Optimization, Manipulation, Perception, Motion Planning and Controls, Movement, Autonomous Navigation, Path Planning, or related fields

Experience programming in Java, C++, Python, or related languages

Preferred Qualifications

Publication(s) at top‑tier peer‑reviewed conferences or journals

Ability to develop system prototypes

Demonstrated ability to work on collaborative and cross‑functional teams

Drive to see a project through from research concept to working prototype

Strong algorithm development experience

Working knowledge of analysis of algorithms and computational complexity

Familiarity with state‑of‑the‑art algorithms in the field of expertise

Excellent creative problem‑solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences

Amazon is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

Starting day‑1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits at

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Posted: November 25, 2025 (Updated 7 months ago)

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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