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Robotics Software Engineer - Summer 2026 Internship (NYC)

Cohesive Robotics

Cohesive Robotics

Software Engineering
Posted on Mar 3, 2026

Overview

At Cohesive Robotics, we’re building smarter robots to modernize manufacturing’s most common fabrication processes. We combine proven, industry-standard robotic arms with our proprietary Argus OS software stack to make it easier-than-ever for smaller manufacturers to automate tedious and hazardous tasks such as sanding, welding and polishing.

We are seeking a highly-motivated full-stack robotics software engineering intern to work alongside our engineering team as we scale our game-changing AI-powered robotic solutions for manufacturers.

What You’ll Do

  • Collaborate with our engineering team to develop and test full-stack software components that are part of our Argus OS and turnkey robotic workcell product offerings
  • Help develop our front-end and back-end systems to streamline the operation, control and monitoring of our robots
  • Use customer and testing feedback to quickly iterate on software features
  • Research, evaluate and report on open-source and commercial software libraries and solutions for potential adoption in our product
  • Operate our robotic workcells to collect data and perform customer testing
  • Work with engineers to improve and refine the product
  • Other duties and responsibilities assigned as needed

Who You Are

  • Pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics or similar.
  • Proficient in C++ and/or Python
  • Familiar with robot kinematics and motion planning
  • Ability to quickly prototype web and/or desktop applications and iterate on it
  • Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices including version control, unit testing, etc.
  • Comfortable with Linux and command-line interfaces, or willing to learn
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively
  • Able to work as a team player and as an individual contributor
  • Highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic
  • Passionate about robotics and/or manufacturing, and eager to work in a startup environment

Nice to Haves

  • Prior experience building/programming your own robot (physical or simulation)
  • Familiar with Qt
  • Experience with computer vision libraries (e.g. OpenCV, Open3D, PCL)
  • Familiar with emerging AI frameworks, pipelines and tools
  • Experience with CUDA GPU programming
  • Experience with ROS or ROS 2 (Robot Operating System)
  • Experience with PLCs and related communication protocols
  • Experience with pneumatics and controls

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

  • Up to 20% time will be spent in a manufacturing environment requiring basic PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection). Other time spent in an office environment.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to operate and use basic shop equipment and tools

Unique Benefits

  • Creative and bustling campus at Industry City in Sunset Park, Brooklyn with convenient public transit access
  • Early contributor to a transformative product helping bring back manufacturing to the United States

To apply, please submit via email your resume/CV, portfolio (if applicable), and a short cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, how you will contribute based on the job description, and why you are interested in joining Cohesive Robotics.