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Lidar Systems Intern

Aurora · Mountain View, CA · On-site

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About Aurora

Step inside the world of self-driving freight, powered by the Aurora Driver. Delivering the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly. Backed by Greylock, Index and Lightspeed.

About the role

Complete an impactful internship project aligned with Aurora’s current priorities and product vision Work with a dedicated Mentor for project guidance and coaching, and collaborate closely with other full-time team members Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Our Hardware Engineering organization is fundamental to the development of the Aurora Driver - our revolutionary self-driving technology
  • Our work spans mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, product strategy, R&D, ongoing service, and more
  • Currently pursuing a Master's, or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical Engineering, Solid State Physics, or Optoelectronics) or a related field
  • Returning to a degree-granting program after the internship concludes (Summer/Fall 2026)
  • Prior experience or coursework in sensor technologies (like LiDar or Radar)
  • Proficiency in Python or similar object-oriented programming languages
More about this role

Aurora’s mission is to deliver the benefits of self-driving technology safely, quickly, and broadly.

The Aurora Driver will create a new era in mobility and logistics, one that will bring a safer, more efficient, and more accessible future to everyone.

At Aurora, you will tackle massively complex problems alongside other passionate, intelligent individuals, growing as an expert while expanding your knowledge. For the latest news from Aurora, visit aurora.tech or follow us on LinkedIn .

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make mobility more efficient and accessible for all. We’re searching for Hardware Engineering Summer 2027 Intern for our LiDar Team in Mountain View, CA.

Our Hardware Engineering organization is fundamental to the development of the Aurora Driver - our revolutionary self-driving technology.

Our work spans mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, product strategy, R&D, ongoing service, and more.

The Aurora Driver is a complex system comprising a primary computer, the Aurora Control Interface (ACI),...

Read the full posting on Aurora's site ↗

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