Sobre este puesto de Robotics Engineering Intern - The Toro Company en The Toro Company
The 2027 Summer Internship Program will run from May 17, 2027, through August 6, 2027. Candidates must be available to start on May 17 and participate through the duration of the program.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.
Who Are We?
The Toro Company (TTC) has delivered market-leading, innovative products and outstanding customer care for more than 100 years. With over 11,000 employees worldwide, TTC is headquartered in Bloomington, Minnesota, USA.
Our company designs and manufactures turf maintenance equipment; turf irrigation systems; landscape and lighting products; snow and ice management solutions; agricultural irrigation systems; rental, specialty and underground construction equipment; and residential turf and snow equipment. We market and sell TTC products worldwide through a network of distributors, dealers, mass retailers, hardware retailers, equipment rental center and home centers—as well as online direct to end users.
What Will You Do?
As a Robotics Engineering Intern, you will contribute to the development of next-generation autonomous Toro turf equipment. This role offers hands-on experience working with both the physical machines and the software systems that enable autonomous operation. Early in your internship, you will have the opportunity to identify and focus on areas of robotics that align with your interests and career goals.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will help design, develop, test, and improve autonomous capabilities related to navigation, decision-making, perception, and machine control.
Key responsibilities include:
Develop, debug, test, and enhance software for autonomous robotic platforms.
Design and implement robotic subsystems for localization, navigation, path planning, perception, and sensor fusion.
Improve automation tools, development pipelines, and testing processes to increase efficiency and reliability.
Create and maintain remote diagnostics, monitoring tools, and engineering utilities.
Collaborate with software, systems, electronics, and mechanical engineers to optimize overall machine performance.
Support the integration and validation of new autonomous features on both prototype and production hardware.
Gain exposure to the full autonomous machine ecosystem, from onboard sensors and controls to cloud-based applications and fleet management systems.
Participate in field testing, data collection, troubleshooting, and performance analysis of autonomous equipment.
Document designs, test results, and technical findings to support ongoing product development.
What Do You Need?
We require interns to be enrolled in an educational program during the duration of the internship program.
Majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar engineering focus.
Completed junior-level courses preferred.
Strong desire to learn, collaborate, and effectively communicate in a team setting while achieving a common goal.
Ability to stay organized and work independently without much direction.
Bonus skills include: AVR/ARM microcontrollers, ROS1/2, C++, Python or similar Scripting Language.
What Can We Give You?
At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our interns know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive pay- The Toro Company offers interns a variety of perks, including:
Dress for your day – We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
Volunteerism – The Toro Company is proud to provide interns 8 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
Summer Hours *Based on Location* – Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at certain locations are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
Competitive Pay – Competitive compensation with an anticipated hourly rate of $22–$28. Actual rates may vary based on factors such as academic standing, business function, and other relevant considerations.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.
