College Intern - Mechatronic Systems & AI Design

College Intern - Mechatronic Systems & AI Design

Description

What a College Intern - Mechatronic Systems & AI Design does at HP:

• As an Innovation Intern, you will be part of a dynamic R&D team pushing the boundaries of mechanical hardware and intelligent systems.
• Design smarter, more adaptive motion control systems and apply design thinking and AI to solve real-world engineering challenges.
• Design and optimize motion control systems (motors, transmission drives) with a focus on precision, adaptability, and performance.
• Apply design thinking methodologies to prototype, test, and refine mechanical and thermal solutions for mechatronic systems.
• Integrate AI-driven analysis to enhance system accuracy, predictive maintenance, and performance tuning.
• Develop and execute R&D characterization plans for form/fit/function, shock and vibration, reliability, acoustics, and power metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive innovation and resolve technical challenges.
• Lead mini-projects and contribute to larger development efforts, representing the mechanical/electrical/thermal team.
• Perform data analysis on global field data to gain insight for product improvements.

Qualifications

Individuals who do well in this role at HP usually possess:

• Curious, hands-on problem-solving mindset, with enthusiasm for blending mechanical engineering with intelligent systems.
• Enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Availability for a 5–6 month full-time internship starting in January 2027.
• Strong foundation in kinematics, servo control, and motion systems.
• Familiarity with AI concepts (e.g., machine learning, predictive modeling) and their applications in engineering.
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, and C/C++ for simulation, automation, and data analysis.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools (e.g., Creo) and designing sheet metal/plastic parts.
• A mindset for design thinking—empathy, ideation, prototyping, and iteration.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and negotiate solutions.

Job Details

• Job: Administration
• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: No shift premium (Singapore)
• Travel: Not specified
• Relocation: Not specified