Waabi Opens Applications for 3 Engineering and Research Internship Positions in the US and Canada

Waabi, a fast-growing AI company focused on next-generation self-driving technology, has announced three paid internship and co-op opportunities for Summer 2026. These roles are open to students across engineering and research disciplines and are available in San Francisco, Toronto, Pittsburgh, and remote locations across the US and Canada, depending on the position.

The internships offer hands-on experience in hardware engineering, AI research, and autonomous vehicle systems, allowing interns to work closely with multidisciplinary teams on real-world self-driving challenges.

About Waabi

Founded by renowned AI researcher Raquel Urtasun, Waabi is an artificial intelligence company developing a new generation of safe, scalable, and commercially viable self-driving technology. The company follows an AI-first approach, combining deep research with practical deployment to accelerate autonomous driving adoption.

Waabi is backed by leading investors across the technology, logistics, and Canadian innovation ecosystems. With offices in Toronto, San Francisco, Dallas, and Pittsburgh, the company brings together experts in AI, robotics, hardware, and software to build systems that can operate reliably in complex real-world environments.

Available Internship Positions

1. Electrical Engineer Internship / Co-op – Summer 2026

Location: San Francisco, California
Work Mode: On-site
Duration: May/June 2026 to August/September 2026 (possible extension to December 2026)
Work Hours: Full-time (40 hours/week)

Key Responsibilities

• Own board bring-up and automated board testing

• Develop and execute test plans based on design specifications

• Write, debug, and optimize automated test scripts

• Collaborate with hardware and software teams for system integration

• Troubleshoot using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers

• Perform root-cause analysis and document test results

Eligibility & Skills

• Pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

• Background in analog and digital circuit design

• Familiarity with I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and Ethernet

• Experience with EE CAD tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD)

• Python or other scripting experience preferred

Compensation

• Hourly pay: USD $35–$44 per hour

• Competitive benefits and workplace perks included

Apply for Electrical Engineer Internship / Co-op – Summer 2026

2. PhD Research Scientist Intern – 2026

Locations: Toronto (Canada), San Francisco (CA), Pittsburgh (PA), or Remote (US & Canada)
Work Mode: Hybrid / Remote (role dependent)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced AI research for autonomous vehicles

• Design and optimize algorithms for perception, prediction, planning, and control

• Work on production-level systems and simulation platforms

• Contribute to and lead research projects

• Publish research at top-tier conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, CVPR)

Eligibility & Skills

• Currently pursuing a PhD in Computer Science, AI, Robotics, or related field

• At least one publication in top ML, CV, or robotics conferences

• Strong foundation in linear algebra, probability, and calculus

• Proficiency in Python and/or C++

• Demonstrated research or software engineering experience

Compensation

• Hourly pay: USD $60–$65 per hour

• Additional perks and benefits provided

Apply For PhD Research Scientist Intern – 2026

3. Research Internship / Co-op – 2026

Locations: Toronto (Canada), San Francisco (CA), or Remote (US & Canada)
Work Mode: Hybrid / Remote

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to AI research projects for autonomous driving systems

• Develop and train machine learning models

• Work across perception, prediction, simulation, mapping, and localization

• Collaborate with engineers and research scientists

• Publish research and contribute to open-source initiatives

Eligibility & Skills

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or related field

• Experience through research projects, internships, or competitions

• Strong quantitative and analytical background

• Proficiency in Python and/or C++

• Interest in autonomous vehicles and AI-driven systems

Compensation

• Hourly pay: USD $40–$55 per hour

• Flexible work options and competitive benefits

Apply For Research Internship / Co-op – 2026

Why Consider These Opportunities

Waabi’s internship programs provide:

• Exposure to cutting-edge self-driving research

• Opportunities to work with leading AI researchers and engineers

• Competitive compensation and flexible work arrangements

• A collaborative, inclusive, and innovation-driven work environment

These roles are ideal for students seeking meaningful, high-impact experience at the intersection of AI, robotics, hardware, and autonomous systems.