Physical AI Engineering Intern (Onsite in Santa Clara, CA) IRC293762

Description

• The Lab: At the GlobalLogic/Hitachi CTO Intelligent Robotics and Physical AI Lab, Generative AI is stepping out of the browser and into the physical world.
• We are building “Physical AI” – prototyping systems where agentic digital intelligence controls real-world mechanical and industrial systems.
• We do not do mundane corporate intern projects.
• We build functioning, tangible prototypes that serve as the foundation for massive real-world industrial solutions.

 

Note: GlobalLogic estimates the starting pay range for this role to be performed in Santa Clara, CA and the pay range will be $40/hr to $45/hr and reflects base pay only. This pay range is provided as a good faith estimate, and the amount offered may be higher or lower. GlobalLogic takes many factors into consideration in making an offer, including candidate qualifications, work experience, operational needs, travel and onsite requirements, internal peer equity, prevailing wage, responsibilities, and other market and business considerations.

Requirements

• We don’t just want to see a high GPA; we want to see a history of extreme curiosity and bias for action. We will be interviewing builders.
• The Portfolio (Mandatory): Show us what you have built. Include a link to your GitHub, YouTube, or personal website showcasing side projects, hackathon wins, autonomous systems, ML models you’ve trained, or hardware you’ve hacked together. Applications without a portfolio of built projects will not be considered.
• Academic Baseline: Currently pursuing a Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. Exceptionally talented undergrads will be considered if you have a strong portfolio.
• Full-Stack Tinkerer: Deep fluency in Python is a must. Comfort diving into C++, ROS, microcontrollers (Arduino/Raspberry Pi), or training/deploying ML models when the prototype demands it. AI programming tokens are on us.
• Relentless Resourcefulness: You don’t wait for a tutorial or hold up a project because a standard driver doesn’t work. You read the docs, bypass the broken component, write a script, and make the demo work.
• Local Availability: You must be local to the Santa Clara area, able to come into the lab part-time starting this April, and ready to transition to a full-time summer internship.

Job responsibilities

• We are looking for a brilliant, high-velocity intern to act as our resident “Swiss Army Knife” for the Physical AI Lab. Your scope will be broad and entirely dependent on what needs to be built that week.
• You might be fine-tuning an AI vision algorithm on Monday, writing Python glue-code to connect an LLM to an API on Wednesday, and soldering a custom actuator or tinkering with a robotic arm on Friday.
• If you are a relentless problem-solver who operates across the software, algorithmic, and hardware stacks, this is the ultimate sandbox.
• You will not be writing basic test scripts. You will be actively participating in the early-stage engineering of agentic AI solutions alongside experienced industry architects.
• If your idea of a fun weekend involves building an autonomous RC car, hacking a smart home system, or fine-tuning an open-source model just to see if you can – this is the exact environment where you will thrive.

What we offer

Culture of caring. At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you’ll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you’ll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders. 

Learning and development. We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You’ll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work. GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what’s possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you’ll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility. We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way!

High-trust organization. We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you’re placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic

GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world’s largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we’ve been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.