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Co-Op - Humanoid Robotics (Mechanical Engineering) - 2027

CompanySchaeffler
LocationTroy
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The candidate will collaborate with engineers to design humanoid joint actuators using 2D and 3D modeling software. They will also be responsible for producing mechanical designs, calculating functional specifications, and maintaining project documentation.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
45549
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for 80 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. Schaeffler describes its comprehensive range of products and services by means of eight product families: From bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. Schaeffler is with around 110,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and one of Germany’s most innovative companies. Legal Notice: https://www.schaeffler.com/content.schaeffler.com/en/meta/impressum/imprint.jsp
About the Role

 

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.  

 

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Liaise with engineers to understand functionalities, specifications and design requirements of humanoid joint actuators 
  • Produce comprehensive design solutions in 2D design/surface modeling or 3D design/solid modeling
  • Produce working designs from engineering specifications of mechanical mechanisms, electrical systems, structures, etc. 
  • Calculate and define key features to meet required functional specifications 
  • Produce tools or parts list, maintain work documentation and record as appropriate 
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and business needs

Your Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing an academic degree in an engineering field that is applicable to robotics, preferred humanoid robotics 
  • Must have and maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
  • Self-starter and seeks opportunities to support engineers in their work 
  • External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

 

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

 

https://www.schaeffler.us/careers/

 

Your contact

Schaeffler Humanoids USA, LLC 

Leah Blasingame 

 

 

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

 

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Key Skills
Mechanical EngineeringHumanoid RoboticsSurface ModelingSolid Modeling2D Design3D DesignMechanical MechanismsElectrical SystemsTechnical DocumentationEngineering Specifications
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnology