Computer Vision Intern – Safe Human Detection (m/f/d)
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WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We're looking for a motivated Computer Vision Intern (ideally 6 months, mandatory internship) to join our Safety Systems team in Schönaich (close to Stuttgart), with a flexible start date. If you're passionate about real-time 3D perception and want to contribute to safety-critical systems that keep people safe around humanoid robots — this is a uniquely impactful place to develop your skills.
HERE'S WHERE YOU MAKE AN IMPACT
Implement and benchmark 3D person detection algorithms that fuse depth, RGB, and point cloud data — the core perception layer for knowing where humans are relative to the robot at all times
Build and integrate Safe Human Detection (SHD) prototype pipeline, turning raw sensor data into actionable, safety-relevant information
Develop test harnesses and validating that the safety interface behaves correctly under all defined conditions
Run benchmarking and data collection to generate the kind of reproducible, documented evidence that a real certification process requires
WHO YOU ARE
Enrolled MSc student in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics — with a strong interest in applied perception and real-world systems
Strong Python skills and working knowledge of C++, with the ability to move between rapid prototyping and more structured, maintainable implementation
Experience with computer vision and 3D depth sensing — RealSense, Azure Kinect, or similar — and a genuine understanding of what the data actually represents
Familiar with point cloud processing tools like PCL or Open3D
Basic knowledge of the ROS2 perception stack; interest in safety-critical systems and functional safety context is a plus
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Flexible working hours when life takes unexpected turns
Company support for gym memberships through Wellpass
Birthday vouchers
Drinks and coffee (free of charge, of course)
Snacks and fruit for all employees, as well as breakfast every Monday
Regular global team-building events such as boot camps, skiing, and summer BBQs
An international team with long-term prospects
Highly competent colleagues who are experts in their field and happy to support you in your learning and growth
Modern office space
Our company's WG (upon availability)