About the position
This internship provides a hands-on opportunity for a college student to contribute to assistive technology development using the Stretch Robot platform. The intern will collaborate with the technology team to design, program, and test a functional robotic task that supports independence and accessibility.
Responsibilities
• Program the Stretch Robot to successfully perform one defined assistive task, such as retrieving an item for a user or delivering an object to a designated location.
• Participate in selecting and refining the task in collaboration with the team.
• Develop, test, and iterate on software and control systems required to complete the task.
• Document development process, challenges, and outcomes.
• Assist in designing and prototyping enhancements to the robot, which may include custom attachments or modifications for the robot’s gripper/hand, fabrication of assistive tools or accessories, and development of a docking or charging station.
• Explore usability improvements for real-world assistive applications.
• Attend regular team meetings and provide progress updates.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and stakeholders.
• Maintain clear documentation of code, designs, and testing results.
Requirements
• Interest in robotics, programming, or assistive technology
• Basic experience with programming (e.g., Python, ROS, or similar)
• Problem-solving and willingness to learn
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
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