Physical AI Research Intern

About the Role

Join Modern Monk Labs to turn research ideas into real-world robotic capabilities. This role involves exploring how AI can power perception, learning, decision-making, and control in physical systems.

What You'll Work On

Projects may involve:

• Physical AI and embodied intelligence
• Robotics, robot development, and autonomous systems
• Machine learning and deep learning for real-world applications
• Computer vision, perception, and image processing
• Robot learning, planning, and control systems
• Mechatronics and hardware–software integration
• Research paper analysis, implementation, and experimentation
• Designing and evaluating experiments with robotic systems

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong Python and C++ programming skills, including OOP, data structures, and algorithms
• A solid foundation in mathematics, analytical thinking, and problem-solving
• An interest in reading, understanding, and implementing research papers
• A passion for hands-on experimentation and building intelligent systems
• Experience with ROS, MATLAB, Simulink, computer vision, robot learning, or physical robot development is a plus.

Qualifications

• Pursuing final year or holding a bachelor's or master's degree in robotics, engineering, mathematics, computer science, or a related interdisciplinary field from IIT's/NIT's/IISC or any tier 1 institutes.

Eligibility

• Available to start immediately and commit to six months.
• Have a personal laptop and reliable internet access.
• Possess relevant technical skills and a genuine interest in research and innovation.
• Be comfortable working independently and collaboratively.