Internship (Robotics / ML / Cloud / Hardware / Business development)

Job Description

## About MUSE

At MUSE, we are engaged in the development of autonomous mobile robots for retail stores. We are currently looking for talented and motivated interns to join us across multiple functions-software engineering, hardware development (mechanical and electrical), and U.S. business development and operations. Whether you're passionate about robotics, engineering design, or bringing cutting-edge technology to market, we offer opportunities to gain hands-on experience and make a meaningful contribution.

## About the Internship

We are offering cross-functional internship opportunities for students or recent graduates passionate about robotics, engineering, and business. Interns can be involved in one or more areas based on their background, interests, and project needs. This internship is ideal for those who are self-motivated, hands-on, and excited about working in a fast-paced startup environment. Possible areas include:

- Software Engineering: Robotics systems, AI, cloud, and web development

- Hardware Engineering: Mechanical design, circuit design, prototyping

- Business Development: U.S. client outreach, pilot coordination, market research

You will have the chance to collaborate with engineers and business profess across different domains and contribute to the evolution of our technology in real-world settings.

## Possible Responsibilities

- Design, build, and test components in software or hardware systems

- Participate in client outreach, demo preparation, and pilot support

- Analyze and document technical or market findings

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve practical challenges

- Present updates through reports or internal presentations

## What You May Gain

- Hands-on experience in robotics, engineering, or business development

- Exposure to startup operations and multi-disciplinary teamwork

- The opportunity to contribute to real-world robotic deployments in retail

- Mentorship from experienced professionals in diverse domains

Qualifications

We’re looking for motivated individuals with a passion for robotics, technology, or business. Ideal candidates will have:

## General

- Strong interest in robotics or retail tech

- Good communication skills (English or Japanese)

- Proactive, self-driven, and a team player

- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment

## Software & Robotics

- Basic programming skills (C++, Python, or Rust)

- Familiarity with Linux or ROS is a plus

- Interest in autonomous systems, sensors, or AI

## Hardware (Mechanical/Electrical)

- Experience or coursework in mechanical or electrical design

- Familiarity with 3D-CAD or circuit/PCB design

- Interest in prototyping and hardware testing

## Business & Operations

- Strong communication and organizational skills

- Interest in business development, market research, or client support

- Quick to learn and understand new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

## Software & Robotics

- Experience with ROS, Linux, or embedded systems

- Basic knowledge of machine learning, computer vision, or SLAM

- Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, GCP) or IoT protocols like MQTT

## Hardware (Mechanical/Electrical)

- Understanding of sensors, motors, or power systems

- Exposure to prototyping, manufacturing, or testing

## Business & Operations

- Experience in business development or client support

- Strong communication and presentation skills

Portrait of a person

- Sympathy with the philosophy of MUSE

- Passionate about robot development

- Capable of working proactively and swiftly

- High sense of ownership and strong determination in tackling tasks

- Flexible and able to adapt to any changes, moving forward

- Believes in collaboration, with the ability to work beyond the scope of individual duties and maintain a broad perspective

Salary

- The availability and amount of compensation will be determined individually based on the content of the internship and the participant's engagement

- Depending on individual circumstances (e.g. duration, contributions), support such as transportation or other allowances may be considered