Robotics Internship

Mission Of The Role

This internship will take place over the 2026 summer season and will be located at our Troy, MI office.

At SICK, interns don't just observe - they contribute. From day one, interns are immersed in real-world projects that drive innovation and impact across the business. Working alongside experienced professionals and high-level managers, interns gain firsthand exposure to strategic decision-making, cross-functional collaboration, and leadership in action. This hands-on experience offers a unique window into what a career in the industry truly looks like - not just in terms of technical skills, but also the leadership mindset that drives success.

Key Responsibilities

• Gain experience focusing on SICK’s robot guidance portfolio. 
• Hands on experience with industrial robot arms and leading 2D and 3D machine vision technology.
• Work on a chosen project with the assistance of the manager, mentor, and team.
• Work closely with the manager and a selected mentor to understand systems, processes, and key information.
• Actively seek out information to learn how SICK operates as a business (products, departments, etc.).
• Interface with other departments and interns to gain knowledge of the business, products, positions and more.
• Provide innovative recommendations on how SICK can improve.
• Complete a final presentation at the close of the internship that outlines the involved project(s) and knowledge gained.
• Provide feedback on the internship experience at the close of the internship.
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned or required.

Key Qualifications

Education And Experience:

• Enrolled in an accredited university/college program.
• Strong computer and electronics skills.
• Strong deductive and inductive reasoning skills.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision.
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas.
• Math-based majors are preferred such as engineering, computer science, physics, mathematics, etc.
• Machine vision experience preferred.
• Industrial programming experience preferred (robotics, PLC, etc.)
• 3D modeling experience preferred (Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc.)

Other Qualifications:

• Ability to self-start and learn on the fly.
• Legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Ability to work in a general office environment.

Compensation

The base salary is one part of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range.  The starting base salary range for this position is listed below; the actual starting salary will be based on a variety of factors including experience, skill set, education, performance, licenses/certifications, business needs and other job-related factors, as permitted by law.

• Starting Base Annual Salary Range:  $24 - $34 per hour
• Bonus Eligibility: This role is NOT eligible for an annual bonus.