Cambridge Internship Program - Robotics Systems and Control

Drive innovation at Microsoft Research Cambridge by joining a world-class team pioneering breakthroughs in robotics and AI infrastructure.

Collaborate across disciplines to develop impactful solutions for datacenter automation and next-generation intelligent systems.

Work alongside leading experts, leverage state-of-the-art technology, and contribute to projects that shape the future of computing.

This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your career, expand your skills, and make a tangible impact at Microsoft and beyond in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment where your ideas drive real-world change.

• Lead and collaborate on innovative robotics research projects, designing, prototyping, and validating new algorithms and control strategies.
• Design Real2Sim and Sim2Real strategies for robot model learning and robot motion planning for a custom robot.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to address both fundamental and applied research challenges.
• Plan, design, and execute experiments to test and validate prototypes in simulation and real-world scenarios.
• Join a vibrant, mentor-guided research community for a 12-week internship, collaborating with fellow interns and leading researchers.
• Gain hands-on experience, present your work, and expand your professional network while making a real impact at Microsoft Research.

• Enrolled in PhD program (or recently completed) in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of robotics, such as kinematics, dynamics, and motion control.
• Hands-on experience programming robots, developing control system algorithms, and integrating software with hardware.