FlytBase is actively hiring AI Robotics Interns to work at the cutting edge of robotics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems. This internship offers a rare opportunity to contribute to production-grade software that powers fully autonomous drones and robotic systems deployed at industrial sites across the globe.
If you are passionate about robotics, AI-driven systems, distributed software, and real-world deployment not just simulations this role provides hands-on exposure to mission-critical technologies used by Fortune 500 companies.
About the Company
FlytBase is a Physical AI software platform that enables autonomous drones and robots to operate 24/7 across industrial environments such as oil refineries, solar farms, rail yards, mining sites, utilities, and public safety infrastructure.
Its platform orchestrates fleets of third-party drones and robots, integrates data from multiple sensors, and applies AI to predict failures, detect threats, and automate operations without human intervention. FlytBase software has been deployed at 300+ sites globally and is supported by a 50+ channel partner and drone integrator network, the largest of its kind.
FlytBase is trusted by Fortune 500 companies and global enterprises including CSX, Anglo-American, Statnett, Dole, Asheville Police Department, Discovery Land, and Xcel Energy. The company also partners with leading platforms such as ESRI, DJI, Genetec, Milestone, Pix4D, DroneDeploy, and Strayos to build a unified operational intelligence layer for physical sites.
About the Role
As an AI Robotics Intern, you will work at the intersection of robotics engineering, AI systems, and large-scale software integration. This role goes beyond academic robotics—you will help build, test, and deploy software that controls real autonomous drones and docking stations operating in live environments.
You will collaborate with experienced engineers across robotics, cloud, and AI teams, contributing directly to FlytBase’s production systems.
Key Responsibilities
In this internship, you will
- Develop and integrate software components for fully autonomous drone operations
- Work on software development, testing, and system integration for drones and docking stations
- Build and maintain Python-based microservices for robotic applications
- Integrate communication protocols such as MQTT, WebSockets, and REST APIs
- Interface with autopilot SDKs including DJI Mobile SDK, Onboard SDK, Payload SDK, and MAVROS
- Work in environments using Linux, ROS, Android-based Debian systems, and mobile apps
- Build internal tools to improve development workflows and reliability
- Evaluate cutting-edge robotics and AI technologies and deploy them to production
- Influence full-stack architecture decisions across robotics, cloud, and edge systems
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external partners
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What You’ll Own
As an intern, you will take ownership of meaningful technical work, including
- Designing, developing, and testing high-reliability systems for autonomous drones
- Building scalable, production-grade software for live drone fleets
- Using AI tools and automation to accelerate development, debugging, and iteration
- Contributing to systems that operate in mission-critical industrial environments
Best Suited For
Your application will stand out if you have experience or interest in one or more of the following
- Participation in Robocon, e-Yantra, IARC, IMAV, AUVSI SUAS, or similar robotics competitions
- Contributions to open-source robotics or AI projects
- Experience with multi-robot or distributed systems
- Hands-on work with control theory, motion planning, computer vision, or machine learning
- Experience using ROS
- Understanding of multithreading and concurrency
- Knowledge of network protocols from data link to application layer
Good to Have
Additional strengths include
- Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and TDD practices
- Exposure to cloud technologies
- Prior experience working in teams that have delivered commercial software or services
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Perks and Benefits
Interns at FlytBase enjoy
- Competitive compensation with performance-linked bonuses
- AI-first development workflows and access to advanced robotics tools
- Flexible working hours with collaboration at the Pune HQ
- Direct impact on products deployed globally in real-world environments
- Unlimited AI tools stack for experimentation and development
- Unlimited paid time off, reflecting FlytBase’s trust-driven culture
Job Details
| Job Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Role | AI Robotics Intern |
| Company | FlytBase |
| Job Category | Software Development |
| Job Type | Internship |
| Experience | 0+ Years |
| Location | Pune, India |
| Work Model | On-site / Hybrid (Core collaboration at Pune HQ) |
| Start Date | As per company requirements |
| Industry | Robotics, AI, Autonomous Systems |
How to Apply
Prepare a strong resume highlighting
- Robotics, AI, or software projects
- Competition experience or open-source contributions
- Python, ROS, or distributed systems exposure
- Your interest in real-world autonomous systems
Apply by clicking the Apply button below and ensure all details are accurate and complete.
Disclaimer
This website is not affiliated with FlytBase. Job details are based on publicly available information and may change. Candidates should verify all details from official FlytBase sources before applying.
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