Manipulation Co-Op/Internship (Spring 2026)

Tuesday Lab(1 month ago)

New York City, NYOnsiteFull TimeIntern$57,893 - $79,967 (estimated)Tuesday

About this role

The Graduate Student Manipulation Co-Op/Internship at Tuesday Lab involves fine-tuning language-conditioned robot policies and deploying them on physical robot hardware to enhance their functionality. The intern will collect data, write software, and validate model performance, working closely with machine learning and hardware teams to integrate AI-driven behaviors into robots. Candidates should have experience with machine learning frameworks like PyTorch or JAX, as well as familiarity with robotics middleware and the challenges of real-world deployment. A strong understanding of the sim2real gap is essential for this hands-on role aimed at bridging AI and practical robotic applications.

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Required Skills

Data Collection
Software Development
Robot Operation
Model Fine-Tuning
Model Testing
Model Validation
Troubleshooting
Collaboration
ML Integration
Robotics Middleware

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Qualifications

MS or PhD in Computer Science or Robotics degree program
Experience fine-tuning large-scale models (e.g., VLMs, VLAs, or large transformers) using PyTorch, JAX, or a similar framework
Hands-on experience deploying models onto real-world robots
Familiarity with robotics middleware (like ROS/ROS2)
Strong understanding of the sim2real gap
Portfolio of projects demonstrating hands-on robotics and ML integration

About Tuesday Lab

www.tuesdaylab.com

Tuesday Lab is a creative studio focused on engineering delightful robots. The company merges technology with artistry to design and build innovative robotic solutions that enhance user experiences. Through their imaginative approach, Tuesday Lab aims to redefine the interaction between humans and technology, showcasing the playful possibilities within robotics.