Overview
Remote
On Site
USD 31.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Spectrum
LDP
Biology
Systems Architecture
System Integration
Workflow
Collaboration
Software Architecture
System Requirements
Debugging
Quality Assurance
Software Design
Algorithms
UI
User Experience
FOCUS
Software Development
Recruiting
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Computer Vision
Data Science
Electrical Engineering
Mechatronics
Software Engineering
C++
Python
Firmware
Middleware
ROS
Computer Hardware
Testing
Embedded Systems
Firmware Development
Real-time
Operating Systems
Interfaces
Visualization
Health Care
Innovation
Employment Authorization
Robotics
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Mentorship
Professional Development
Law
Management
Job Details
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at ;br>
Job Function:
Career Programs
Job Sub Function:
Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op
Job Category:
Career Program
All Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Job Description:
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world's most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at
Join us in advancing robotic healthcare solutions through innovative software development!
The internships based in Santa Clara, California provide an exciting opportunity for students passionate about robotics software design, algorithm development, and system architecture. Interns will work on a variety of projects across control software, perception, AI/ML, UI/UX, and embedded systems; supporting the creation of cutting-edge surgical robotic platforms that improve patient outcomes worldwide.
About the Role
As an intern within Robotics Software Engineering, you will focus on developing the core software architecture, algorithms, and code that enable robotic systems to perceive, decide, and act. You will work on software components such as control algorithms, perception pipelines, AI/ML models, user interfaces, and embedded firmware. Interns may be involved in multiple areas depending on project needs and your interests.
Note: This role is primarily centered on software architecture, algorithm development, and coding. It does not focus on hardware integration, system validation, or clinical workflows-that are the focus of the Systems & Clinical Integration internship.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities may vary based on the specific role or project within this internship track.
Role Variability
Note: This internship track encompasses a variety of roles within robotics software engineering, including control software, perception, AI/ML, UI/UX, and embedded systems. Responsibilities and focus areas will be tailored to the specific project or team, providing a broad and enriching experience in robotics software development.
Qualifications
Must-Have
Nice-to-Have
Why Join Us?
The expected pay range for this position is between $31.00 per hour and $59.00 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension).
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:
Ineligibility for severance.
This job posting is anticipated to close on 10/03/2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
#LI-Onsite #RADRDEIC
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$31.00 per hour - $51.00 per hour
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
The expected pay range for this position is between $31.00 per hour and $59.00 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: Ineligibility for severance. This job posting is anticipated to close on 10/03/2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications.
Job Function:
Career Programs
Job Sub Function:
Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op
Job Category:
Career Program
All Job Posting Locations:
Santa Clara, California, United States of America
Job Description:
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that's reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world's most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at
Join us in advancing robotic healthcare solutions through innovative software development!
The internships based in Santa Clara, California provide an exciting opportunity for students passionate about robotics software design, algorithm development, and system architecture. Interns will work on a variety of projects across control software, perception, AI/ML, UI/UX, and embedded systems; supporting the creation of cutting-edge surgical robotic platforms that improve patient outcomes worldwide.
About the Role
As an intern within Robotics Software Engineering, you will focus on developing the core software architecture, algorithms, and code that enable robotic systems to perceive, decide, and act. You will work on software components such as control algorithms, perception pipelines, AI/ML models, user interfaces, and embedded firmware. Interns may be involved in multiple areas depending on project needs and your interests.
Note: This role is primarily centered on software architecture, algorithm development, and coding. It does not focus on hardware integration, system validation, or clinical workflows-that are the focus of the Systems & Clinical Integration internship.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize control algorithms, perception pipelines, and AI/ML models for robotic systems.
- Develop user interfaces and visualization tools for robotic platforms.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for embedded systems, control software, or perception modules.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to define software architecture and system requirements.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure software quality.
- Support simulation and testing of robotic algorithms in software environments.
- Document software design, algorithms, and implementation details.
Responsibilities may vary based on the specific role or project within this internship track.
Role Variability
Note: This internship track encompasses a variety of roles within robotics software engineering, including control software, perception, AI/ML, UI/UX, and embedded systems. Responsibilities and focus areas will be tailored to the specific project or team, providing a broad and enriching experience in robotics software development.
Qualifications
Must-Have
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university or college program throughout the internship duration (not necessarily taking classes). Pursuing a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree.
- University student status: Undergrad Sophomore or higher.
- Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) and during hours agreed upon with the hiring manager.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 reflective of all coursework
- Commitment to June 1 - August 21, 2026, or June 22 - September 4, 2026, term dates to align with cohort
- Target majors include Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Data Science, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Robotics Engineering, and Software Engineering or closely related field.
Nice-to-Have
- Strong programming skills in C++, Python, or similar languages.
- Experience with control systems, perception, AI/ML, or embedded firmware.
- Familiarity with robotics middleware (e.g., ROS), simulation tools, or hardware-in-the-loop testing.
- Knowledge of embedded systems, firmware development, or real-time operating systems.
- Experience developing user interfaces or visualization tools.
- Passion for healthcare innovation and robotics.
- Permanent US work authorization without the need for sponsorship now, or in the future (The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status. Students currently in the country on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT require future sponsorship).
Why Join Us?
- Contribute to impactful projects that directly improve surgical outcomes and patient safety.
- Gain hands-on experience across multiple software domains within robotics.
- Work alongside industry-leading experts from engineering, AI/ML, and clinical disciplines.
- Thrive in an inclusive, innovative, and growth-oriented environment.
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
The expected pay range for this position is between $31.00 per hour and $59.00 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension).
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:
Ineligibility for severance.
This job posting is anticipated to close on 10/03/2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications.
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
#LI-Onsite #RADRDEIC
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$31.00 per hour - $51.00 per hour
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
The expected pay range for this position is between $31.00 per hour and $59.00 per hour but will be based on candidate's program year, discipline, degree and/or experience. Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year. Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension). For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: Ineligibility for severance. This job posting is anticipated to close on 10/03/2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications.
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