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Winter 2027 Intern, Mission Planning

Kodiak
Location
Mountain View, CA
Posted
27 days ago
Department
Internships
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields
  • Juniors, Seniors, or graduate students
  • Strong C++ programming skills
  • Strong kinematics, linear algebra and calculus knowledge
  • Ability to solve basic graph search problems
  • Enthusiasm for collaborative problem-solving with other teams
What the job really is

As a Planning Intern at Kodiak Robotics, you will work on the Mission Planning team, focusing on developing algorithms for mission routing and fault management in autonomous trucks. Your projects may involve applying commands from operations specialists, enhancing routing in construction zones, and implementing safety-critical policies. This role provides hands-on experience with cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced robotics engineers.

Benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • Free catered lunch
  • Dog-friendly office environment
Things to weigh
  • Interns are responsible for their own housing
  • Pay is fixed at $10,000 for the internship
  • Internship duration is flexible but typically 12-16 weeks
  • Potential for full-time roles is mentioned but not guaranteed
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