RoboShark Intern (Robotics)

TL;DR

RoboShark Intern (Robotics): Designing, prototyping, and testing next-generation consumer robotic products with an accent on electromechanical integration and system validation. Focus on applying first-principles thinking to complex engineering challenges and collaborating across cross-functional teams to deliver innovative hardware solutions.

Location: Must be onsite 5 days per week in Needham, MA

Salary: $27–$40 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a global product design and technology company known for disruptive innovation in lifestyle solutions for homes worldwide.

What you will do

• Design, prototype, and refine robotics and mechatronics solutions for consumer products.
• Support development and validation through hands-on experimentation and data analysis.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to optimize integrated performance.
• Build and evaluate prototypes to validate system reliability and user experience.
• Participate in technical deep dives and design reviews to identify root causes.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to engineering stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate program in Robotics, Mechatronics, or related field, or graduated within the past year.
• Must be able to work full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite in Needham, MA.
• Demonstrated experience with mechatronic or robotic system design through academic or professional projects.
• Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks or Creo.
• Experience integrating sensors, actuators, motors, and embedded software into electromechanical systems.
• Hands-on experience building prototypes in a laboratory or workshop environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive health insurance and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Employee product discounts and testing opportunities.
• Professional development programs and community events.
• Collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on innovation and impact.