Robotics Engineering Intern — Summer 2027

Job overview

The Robotics Engineering Intern — Summer 2027 role is primarily onsite in Golden, CO, with the description also identifying Arvada, CO. Compensation is $24 per hour. Lunar Outpost interns work alongside full-time engineers on projects that contribute to the company’s robotic systems. The intern develops, tests, and refines guidance, navigation, and control software for robotic systems. The work spans software implementation, simulation, testing, hardware integration, and technical documentation, contributing to autonomous robotics development.

What you'll do

• Develop and implement real-time robotic software for motion control, path planning, and sensor integration
• code, test, and debug modules using C++, Python, and ROS
• assist with simulation and system testing
• collaborate with mechanical and electrical teams on integration
• document software design, testing procedures, and results.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

robotics engineering intern

summer 2027

robotics software

c++

python

ros

motion planning

golden co

lunar outpost

$24/hour

onsite internship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

In-person summer internship, approximately June 7 through August 20, 2027, with dates flexible around the intern’s school schedule. Onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; remote work may be available Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

About the employer

Lunar Outpost is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.