Systems Engineer Internship/Co-op, Summer 2026

Waabi, founded by AI visionary Raquel Urtasun, is the leader in Physical AI. With a world-class team, we're unlocking the next era of autonomous transportation with technology that's powering commercial autonomous trucks and robotaxis. Waabi is backed by and partners with world leaders in AI, automotive, logistics, and deep tech.

With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, Waabi is growing quickly and looking for diverse, innovative and collaborative candidates who want to impact the world in a positive way. To learn more visit: www.waabi.ai

- To be considered for an internship/co-op, please add your most up to date academic transcripts alongside your resume for further review.

- The Summer Internship is expected to start May/June 2026 and continue on a full-time basis (40 hours/week) to August/September 2026.

- Be part of the Platform Requirements and Verification team, collaborating with multidisciplinary Engineers and Research Scientists to enable safe self-driving at scale.

- Focus on Software Development for tools to support the Platform team's validation and verification (V&V) activities with emphasis on: vehicle dynamics and control simulation for Autonomous Vehicle (AV) systems and use of Large Language Models (LLMs) for generating requirements and verification, as-well, as test environments.

- Receive hands-on work experience in identifying system requirements, building simulation environments, and deploying software.

- Work closely and learn Systems Engineering, Architecture Design, Requirements and Verification

- Working towards a BSc, MSc, or PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a similar technical field of study.

- Demonstrated software engineering experience: through previous internships, work experience, coursework, and personal initiatives. 

- Proven capabilities of functional software with Python and/or Rust.

- A strong passion for robotics systems and an intuitive understanding of actual electro-mechanical problems in the context of self-driving or robotics.

- Prior experience or participation in a Formula SAE, Baja SAE, or other relevant robotics/vehicle competition.

- Experience with physics-based simulation environments for vehicle dynamics and controls.

- Knowledge of low-level systems, including C++ or Robotics Operating Systems (ROS).Familiarity with Generative AI / Large Language Models (LLMs) APIs.

Waabi provides a competitive benefits package that includes:

- Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office)

- Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events

- As we grow, this list continues to evolve! 

Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!

Waabi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all our employees. We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, caregiver status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We make workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please let our recruiting team know.