2027 Summer Intern, MS, Software Engineering, Behavior Test
About this role
The Systems Engineering team at Waymo develops technology that integrates software and hardware systems to ensure autonomous vehicles operate reliably and safely. This intern will focus on behavior testing and verification for fault protection and remote assistance, helping the company scale its autonomous driving platform for commercial use. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing test scenarios, analyzing fleet-wide fault rates, and building automated pipelines to track safety-critical driving coverage.
This role exists to support the rapid commercialization of autonomous vehicle services through rigorous validation practices. Candidates who thrive in this environment are graduate students eager to untangle complex technical systems and apply quantitative data analysis to real-world engineering challenges.
What you will do
- Design and implement metrics, test plans, and simulated scenarios for testing the autonomous vehicle in off-nominal situations across multiple platforms.
- Create dashboards to monitor, visualize, and analyze fleet-wide autonomous vehicle fault rates on public roads.
- Support the Verification and Validation of Fault Protection and Remote Assistance behaviors.
- Build automated pipelines using Python and SQL to update, version, and validate test coverage across safety-critical driving scenarios.
What you need
- Currently enrolled in a Master of Science program in an engineering, computer science, or a related technical field of study.
- Show enthusiasm to understand a complex system and its various components.
- Demonstrate experience with data analysis and modeling using Python and SQL.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with autonomous vehicle technology and systems engineering principles
- Comfortable with ambiguous problems in a fast paced environment
Benefits
- Eligible to participate in the Company's generous benefits programs, subject to eligibility requirements
Skills and tech stack
Questions candidates ask
What is the work location policy for this internship?
This will be a hybrid onsite internship position located in San Francisco, California.
What is the compensation for this role?
The expected hourly rate for this full-time position is $70 USD.
What tools and technologies will I use?
You will build automated pipelines and perform data analysis using Python and SQL.
How does the hiring process work?
Resumes will be accepted on a rolling basis until the role is filled. Candidates interested in multiple roles must apply to each one individually, up to a top three preference.