Robotics ML Intern / Robotics ML Interness

ETH Zürich - July 19, 2025

Wyss Zurich Translational Center

About Tethys Robotics

We are a startup located in the heart of Zürich, specializing in the development of underwater drones. Our expertise lies in creating highly integrated compact systems designed to tackle the challenges presented by turbid waters, strong currents, and complex environments—establishing us as pioneers in the underwater landscape.

Our technology is reshaping possibilities beneath the waves, playing a crucial role in search and rescue missions and driving advancements in industrial inspection. We are searching for talented individuals who can elevate our hardware capabilities by enriching our team with their energy, knowledge, and skills. Join us as we delve into the depths and redefine underwater exploration.

Supported by the Wyss Zurich Translational Center (Wyss Zürich), our venture is part of a unique accelerator program embedded within ETH Zürich and the University of Zürich, focusing on the burgeoning fields of regenerative medicine, robotics, and bionic technologies.

Position: Robotics Machine Learning Intern

As a Robotics Machine Learning Intern, you will play a crucial role in the development and design of our future robotic systems. Your work will shape the quality and features of our algorithms, allowing your innovative spirit and project experience to manifest new ideas and approaches in underwater robotic systems. Your expertise in robotic software will be key to enhancing and advancing robotic functionalities as you collaborate with our R&D team to push groundbreaking ideas into reality.

Your Contribution

In this role, you will primarily be responsible for the following tasks:

  • Designing and implementing higher-level algorithms on top of existing networks using sonar imaging.
  • Testing, analyzing, and proposing improvements to existing networks and implementing those enhancements.
  • Preparing pioneering algorithms for sonar perception for deployment and conducting relevant tests.

Qualifications

To excel in this position as a ML-focused robotics engineer, you should possess:

  • A master’s degree in data science, computer science, robotics, electrical, or software engineering (currently pursuing).
  • Hands-on experience in various robotics disciplines: Machine Learning, Perception, and Localization.
  • A collaborative spirit, thriving as a team player in the fast-paced environment of a startup.
  • The ability to work independently while delivering high-quality results.
  • A pragmatic work attitude, with a talent for solution-oriented decision making.
  • A minimum internship period of 6 months is required.

Bonus Points

Applicants with the following qualifications or experiences will receive bonus points:

  • A proven track record in setting up software, managing operating systems, utilizing version control (e.g., GitHub), and designing robust project architectures.
  • Evidence of holistic project management will be considered a strong asset.

Benefits

Join us for the opportunity to develop your professional career in a modern, emerging field, along with:

  • A contemporary office situated in the center of Zurich.
  • Benefits associated with employment at ETH Zurich.

Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Contact Us

For more information about Tethys Robotics and Wyss Zurich, please visit their respective websites: Tethys Robotics and Wyss Zurich.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jonas Wüst at jonas@tethys-robotics.ch (please do not send application documents to this address).

Location : Zürich ETH-Zentrum
Country : Switzerland

Application Form

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