
Robot Simulation Engineering Intern (m/f/d)
Synapticon
Schönaich, Germany · Internship · Robotics Software & Infrastructure
We're looking for a motivated Robot Simulation Intern (ideally 6 months, mandatory internship) to join our Robotics team in Schönaich (close to Stuttgart), with a flexible start date.
Apply on Synapticon’s careers page- Company
- Synapticon
- Location
- Schönaich, Germany
- Type
- Internship
- Level
- Intern
- Specialism
- Robotics Software & Infrastructure
- Team
- Customer Solutions (SIBU)
- Posted
- 12 June 2026
About the role
We're looking for a motivated Robot Simulation Intern (ideally 6 months, mandatory internship) to join our Robotics team in Schönaich (close to Stuttgart), with a flexible start date. If you're excited about building physics-accurate robot models and closing the loop between simulation and real hardware — this is where your work makes a direct impact on humanoid robot development. • Import and tune robot models for MuJoCo and Isaac Sim — making sure the simulated robot behaves as close to the physical one as possible • Build ROS2 simulator bridges, including ros2_control sim backends and topic bridging, to connect simulation and real-world control stacks • Calibrate contact and friction parameters against hardware measurements — the detail work that makes simulation physically meaningful rather than just visually convincing • Set up RL training environments using Stable Baselines3 or similar frameworks, enabling motion policy evaluation before hardware is available • Enrolled MSc student in Robotics, Computer Science, or Engineering — with a genuine interest in the intersection of simulation and physical systems • Strong Python skills, with working knowledge of C++ for performance-critical parts • You've worked with MuJoCo and/or Isaac Sim (Omniverse/USD) and know what it takes to get a model behaving realistically • Comfortable with ROS2 basics; experience with simROS2 integration is a plus • Familiar with RL fundamentals — enough to understand what a training environment needs to actually be useful • Flexible working hours when life takes unexpected turns • Company support for gym memberships through Wellpass • Birthday vouchers • Drinks and coffee (free of charge, of course) • Snacks and fruit for all employees, as well as breakfast every Monday • Regular global team-building events such as boot camps, skiing, and summer BBQs • An international team with long-term prospects • Highly competent colleagues who are experts in their field and happy to support you in your learning and growth • Modern office space • Our company's WG (upon availability)