Toyota Research Institute · 1 month ago
Robotics Intern - UX Design
Los Altos, CA
Internship
Hybrid
Intern
$45/hr - $65/hr
Start in 2026 SummerToyota Research Institute (TRI) is on a mission to improve the quality of human life through innovative solutions in mobility. They are seeking a Robotics Intern to design intuitive physical and digital experiences for managing and interacting with robots in a factory context, contributing to the Robotics User Experience team.
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Responsibilities
Design intuitive physical and digital experiences for managing and interacting with robots in a factory context
Explore applying the principles of user experience design in areas such as digital interfaces for managing a fleet of mobile robots, tools for assisting factory team members, and methods for interacting with robots
Extend a platform for prototyping and testing robotics UX concepts
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in HCI, Interaction Design, or a related field
A portfolio that demonstrates the user-centered design process and includes prototypes of varying fidelity
Able to work independently with some guidance from senior design staff; demonstrates a good understanding of best practices in design methodologies and tools
A keen eye for visual design and the ability to produce pixel-perfect design specifications
Experience in Figma, with a solid understanding of industry standards and features
Able to design a variety of UX artifacts, including personas, user journeys, prototypes, presentations, and UI mock-ups
Hands-on experience with a design system, and a strong grasp of best practices to ensure consistency within the team and across projects
Comfortable in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment with excellent visual, verbal, and written communication skills; comfortable receiving and incorporating constructive feedback
Preferred
Experience designing interfaces & interactions for a physical device, such as a robot
Experience using Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or other microcontrollers for prototyping interactions
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off benefits (including holiday pay and sick time)
Company
Toyota Research Institute
Toyota Research Institute is an R&D enterprise with an initial focus on artificial intelligence and robotics.
Founded in 2016
201-500 employees
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