Evodyne Robotics Internship Program
Internship Positions now open for Summer 2025
and Fall 2024-2025
Ever since we started, internships have played an important role in achieving Evodyne's goal of maximum positive impact for students and their families.
Last year, 8 previous students of Evodyne's programs transitioned into internships. Those who became seniors this year were able to utilize all that brings for their college applications, including recommendation letters, strategizing on essays, and more.
Internships at Evodyne
Anuj Kathail
Interning at Evodyne Robotics has been a really great experience for me. During my time here I have been able to grow both technically and professionally. I developed both a steering system for the evocar using computer vision as well as creating a way for the evodog to balance and move on angled surfaces. Overall, during my time here I have been able to meet many incredible people and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to learn so much.
Emma Cao
Working at Evodyne Robotics was a great way to grow my technical skills and understand more about robotics outside of school or competitive robotics. I filmed, scripted, and edited a 10-part introductory robotics video series for the EvoBug to be featured on the Evodyne website, improved the EvoDog's ability to walk on perpendicular and parallel slopes by redesigning the feet and reprogramming the balancing functionality, and completed various smaller CAD projects on the side. I'm so grateful to have worked with the other student interns—who are all so talented and bright, and I feel confident to pursue my own robotics projects and delve deeper into the field. Thank you guys so much! This summer was so much fun.
Eugenie Cha
My experience interning at Evodyne Robotics has greatly impacted my goal of becoming an engineer. With Evodyne's innovative and learning-friendly environment, I was pushed to tackle challenging engineering problems with my CAD and electronics skills, such as designing and 3D-printing a planetary gearbox and bipedal leg. Most memorably, I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from other excited and skilled interns. With the problem-solving and technical skills I've learned from Evodyne, I'm excited to continue engineering in college and beyond!
Rowan Arora
I joined Evodyne Robotics Academy for a five-week internship, and despite having no prior experience in robotics, I was tasked with a challenging project: to recreate the Evodog robotic model entirely in code and run virtual physics simulations on this model. In order to compete this task, I learned the basics of CAD modeling, Ubuntu system management, how to create Docker environments, the structure of URDF files, meshes, and basic physics—skills essential for completing the project. Additionally, I became proficient in ROS 2 and Ignition Gazebo, the virtual physics simulators used to test the Evodog model. Outside of the work aspect of my internship, it was really nice connecting with so many like minded individuals. Even though my internship was fairly short, it has opened up many new pathways for future endeavors in the world of computer science and robotics.
Jack He
My time at Evodyne was a great learning experience. I was the primary instructor for the Genesis course. In this role, I was able to hone my teaching skills. I also had the opportunity to tackle some unique technical challenges, such as developing a self balancing algorithm for a quadruped robot.
Garrett Webster
I learned a tremendous amount during my summer internship at Evodyne. Without the experience much from getting to work on projects each day, I would not have such strong foundational knowledge. I was already familiarized with each aspect of STEM we work with, but I learned a new kind of problem solving in this environment which there was no clear or direct answer. Even learning how to maintain a professional tone with students and parents was a totally new expectation. I think what we teach students is incredibly valuable, regardless of which area of STEM they choose to pursue in the future.
Aarav Upadhyay
As an intern at evodyne robotics I’ve been able to build my collaboration skills with fellow colleagues in a professional and social setting. I was also able to help kids learn and understand more about the robotics field and help them learn how to problem solve, which will set them up for success in the future.
Alvin Zhu
My experience as an intern at Evodyne robotics was everything I hoped for. I had the opportunity to choose CAD and programming projects that I both found interesting and fit my skill set. I was also a head instructor of the 3D printing course, which pushed me to understand Fusion 360 at a deeper level. I redesigned the Evo-Dog Quadruped Robot into the larger, more capable Evo-Dog Pro. I also took RoboClaw’s Python motor controller library and converted it into a more usable and intuitive API controller. I then created a spline path finding algorithm and integrated it with Pure-Pursuit to calculate differential drivetrain kinematics for position and orientation in 2D space. I was forced out of my comfort zone, utilizing new software, electronics, and languages to learn more advanced CAD and computer science. I am very grateful for the skills and professional experience Evodyne Robotics has given me, as well as the time I spent with Raghav and my fellow interns
Peter Wang
I really enjoyed interning at Evodyne Robotics because I learned many valuable skills from working on projects to helping young students build robots. During my time here I’ve learned how to interact with colleagues in a professional environment. The most important experience for me while working here has been interacting with the students and helping them work through problems they may have experienced with their robots.
Aditi Lagisetty
"As a Robotics Intern at Evodyne, I've gained invaluable experience in various aspects of robotics engineering. From developing PID controllers to designing RC systems and even improving a pulse motor, I've had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects. My work has involved programming in C++ and Java, utilizing microcontrollers like Arduino and ESP32, and designing mechanical components using Fusion 360. One of my most challenging and rewarding projects at Evodyne was the Evodog balancing project. The goal was to equip a robot dog with the ability to navigate uneven terrain and inclined planes. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have worked alongside such talented and dedicated student interns as well as mentor Mr. Raghav at Evodyne. Their passion for robotics and their innovative ideas have been a constant source of inspiration. I feel confident that the skills I’ve developed during my internship will serve me well as I pursue my own robotics projects and continue to delve deeper into this exciting field."
Jin Cho
I loved my summer at Evodyne. I had the opportunity to work on both CAD and programming projects throughout my time, which helped me develop my skills further. I worked on combining the EvoArm and EvoCar libraries, optimizing the EvoSpinner for 3D printing, writing curriculum for the EvoArm course, and more. I also taught the afternoon 3D Modeling and Printing class! I learned so much from everyone here, and I enjoyed being immersed in an educational environment.
Andrew Goldberg
"I absolutely loved my experience as a summer intern at Evodyne Robotics. I got to choose projects I wanted to work on in both CAD and software. I also got to be the head teacher for the 3D printing course. Teaching forced me to more rigorously learn Fusion360 and I’m thankful for the knowledge I gained from that experience. I wrote code for both the EvoDog and EvoStinger robots, integrating WiFi and a new UI. I also redesigned parts, optimizing them for 3D printing. Through this, I learned a lot about software development and Arduino. I’m very grateful for my experience at Evodyne Robotics, and I can’t think of a better way to have spent my summer". Thank you guys so much! This summer was so much fun.
Some exciting moments from the internship
program at Evodyne Robotics
Internship students work at Evodyne's Research Lab to help us with enhancing our existing robots, and designing and creating completely new robots, both for our educational programs and for research oriented advanced robotics. During summer break, they will also act as teaching assistants since they already know how the robots work, and what problems younger students face.
We are now issuing a call for internships for the 2025 school year.
Requirements:
Strong proficiency in at least one of the following skills:
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CAD modeling (Fusion 360)
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Advanced Python programming (beyond basic classes)
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Soldering and electronics
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Web development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP)
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AI/Deep learning toolkits
Additional requirements:
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Ideally a current junior in high school
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At least 16 years old and have completed the Genesis Track
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Demonstrate responsibility and punctuality
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Available on Saturday afternoons
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Able to commit to several weeks during the summer
Please note that for the programming skills, basic experience (such as "attending a few Python classes") is not sufficient. We require advanced proficiency in the chosen skill area.