Summer 2027 Autonomy & Robotics Engineering Intern

AeroVironment

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Hours: Full time
Where: Moorpark, CA
Posted: Sep 21

Worker Type

Supplemental

Job Description

Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.

We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the U.S.

What you'd do

Assist in the design, implementation, and testing of algorithms related to
Computer vision, object tracking, and target detection
Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) integrated with visual sensors
State estimation using inertial and visual data
Autonomous behavior modeling (e.g., finite-state machines, behavior trees)
Path planning and multi-vehicle coordination
Support the development and debugging of autonomy software on simulation platforms and real hardware
Collaborate with teammates on testing, data collection, and experimental design
Participate in code reviews and integration efforts across multidisciplinary teams
Document and present findings in internal reports or presentations

What they want

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field
Coursework or project experience in areas such as robotics, autonomy, or computer vision
Proficiency in C/C++ (modern standards like C++11 or later preferred)
Familiarity with Python and/or MATLAB for data analysis or prototyping
Interest in working with UAS, robotics, or autonomous systems
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn, collaborate, and work in a hands-on environment

About AeroVironment

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber.

Starts: 2026-09-21