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Winter 2027 Intern, Controls

Kodiak Robotics · Kodiak Robotics is an autonomous vehicle company developing self-driving solutions for long-haul trucking to enhance safety and efficiency.

Mountain View, CA101-250 employeesPosted 4 days ago
Post-IPO Equity · $100Mraised 5 months agoled by Lightspeed Venture Partners, SV Angel, Battery Ventures

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<div class="content-intro"><p>Kodiak Robotics, Inc. was founded in 2018 and has become a leader in autonomous ground transportation committed to a safer and more efficient future for all. The company has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) powered technology stack purpose-built for commercial trucking and the public sector. The company delivers freight daily for its customers across the southern United States using its autonomous technology. In 2024, Kodiak became the first known company to publicly announce delivering a driverless semi-truck to a customer. Kodiak is also leveraging its commercial self-driving software to develop, test and deploy autonomous capabilities for the U.S. Department of Defense.</p></div><p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We are looking for a highly skilled Controls Intern to join us and solve real-world robotics problems. Our ideal candidates exhibit a can-do attitude and approach their work with vigor and determination. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate excellence in their respective fields and to possess the ability to learn quickly within a fast-paced environment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>In this role, you will:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Improve the performance of self-driving trucks!</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Develop your coding skills on a production-level codebase.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Read and write modern C++.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Collaborate with other engineers daily.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Help advance our state-of-the-art autonomous trucking platform.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>What you’ll bring:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Field(s) of study: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related fields.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Are currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Juniors, Seniors, or graduate students.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Are excited to work on autonomous trucks that are running in the real world.&nbsp;</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Knowledge of controls fundamentals.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Expertise with vehicle dynamics and modeling.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Strong C++ software development skills.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Knowledge of modern revision tracking systems (e.g. git).</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Bonus point if you have:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Facility with embedded systems (e.g., CAN).</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Experience with safety-critical systems.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Knowledge of systems engineering practices.</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>Internship Program Details:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Start Date: January 2027</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Our internship program is 12-16 weeks; the end date is flexible based on individual needs.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Location: Mountain View, CA.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Housing: Interns are responsible for housing</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><strong>What we offer:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">A fast-paced environment where we work with talented, committed, and supportive teammates.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Competitive pay.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">A beautiful facility in Mountain View.</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">We love our dogs, so we are a dog-friendly office!</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Free catered lunch.</span></p> </li> </ul><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>The pay range listed below reflects the base salary&nbsp;<strong data-stringify-type="bold">in our SF/Silicon Valley location,&nbsp;</strong>across several internal levels. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors including: work location, experience, relevant training, education, skill level and performance during interview. Total compensation at Kodiak includes base pay, equity, bonus and a competitive benefits package</p></div><div class="title">California Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$10,000</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$10,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><div>&nbsp;</div> <div>At Kodiak, we strive to build a diverse community working towards our common company goals in a safe and collaborative environment where harassment of any kind is strictly prohibited. Kodiak is committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>In alignment with its business operations, Kodiak adheres to all relevant statutes, regulations, and administrative prerequisites. Accordingly, roles that carry more sensitive requirements may be limited to candidates that can satisfy additional scrutiny and eligibility for such positions may hinge on verification of a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status. Should the position require, and Kodiak determines that a candidate’s residence, U.S. person status, and/or citizenship status necessitate an export license, bar the candidate from the position, or otherwise fall under national security-related restrictions, Kodiak will consider the candidate for alternative positions unaffected by such restrictions, under terms and conditions set forth at Kodiak’s sole discretion, or, as an alternative, opt not to proceed with the candidate’s application. If applicable, Kodiak may provide visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><em>We use a third-party AI tool (Endorsed) to assist in the initial screening of applications. As part of the evaluation process, we provide Endorsed with job requirements and candidate-submitted applications. Final hiring decisions are made by our human recruitment team, and no automated system makes the ultimate decision regarding hiring. Certain features of the platform may qualify it as an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) under applicable regulations. We began using Endorsed on January 1, 2026. You can review the independent bias audit report covering our use of Endorsed [here](</em><em><a href="https://endorsed.com/local-law-144" target="_blank" data-sk="tooltip_parent">https://endorsed.com/local-law-144</a></em><em>). By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your application may be processed by AI systems as part of the screening and selection process. If you have any questions or would like to request a separate review of your application, please contact </em><em><a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank" data-sk="tooltip_parent">[email protected]</a></em><em> with "Separate Review Request" in the email subject line.</em></div> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>
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