Assembly Operator Intern at RIVR
RIVR is hiring a Assembly Operator Intern in Shanghai, China. On-site.
About RIVR
RIVR is a Swiss robotics company that builds autonomous legged robots for last-mile delivery. Its robots perform doorstep deliveries, and each delivery generates data used to improve its AI, which combines large-scale reinforcement learning in simulation with real-world self-supervised learning. The company owns the full stack from software to hardware, focusing on reliability, safety, and cost efficiency.
Assembly Operator Intern job description
RIVR, part of Amazon is a robotics company pioneering Physical AI through real-world doorstep delivery. Founded in 2024 as an ETH Zurich spin-off, RIVR developed wheeled-legged robots designed to operate in complex, unstructured environments such as stairs, gates, doors, and uneven urban terrain. We believe that achieving general physical intelligence requires solving real customer problems in the real world, where robots can learn from rich operational data at scale.
Following our acquisition by Amazon in March 2026, we are continuing this mission with greater reach and speed. By combining custom robot hardware, onboard autonomy, and cloud-based coordination, RIVR, part of Amazon is building the next generation of safe, reliable autonomous robots for last-mile delivery.
Job Description
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Under the guidance of senior technicians, assist in the assembly of robotic components including joints, structural parts, circuit boards and harnesses. Learn and follow assembly process requirements and operating specifications to complete assigned assembly tasks with quality assurance.
What you’ll be doing
Assist in the daily maintenance and management of assembly tools and equipment under guidance. Learn to properly use tools and follow safety production rules and regulations to ensure workplace safety.
Follow work instruction documents and complete assigned assembly tasks under supervision. Learn to ensure assembly quality and understand the impact on subsequent testing procedures.
Learn to identify basic issues during assembly process. Report abnormalities to team members and assist in problem-solving under guidance.
Participate in workshop 5S management. Learn to maintain clean and organized workstations and properly store materials and tools.
Support the team with temporary tasks including prototype assembly assistance, basic test bench operation support and material inventory under supervision.
What you must have
Currently pursuing a diploma/degree in mechanical manufacturing, mechatronics, electronic technology, or related fields.
Basic understanding of mechanical drawings; willingness to learn and improve
Some hands-on experience in mechanical/electrical assembly (from school projects, lab work, or part-time work is a plus). Eagerness to learn precision assembly skills.
Interest in learning about automation equipment; no prior experience required
Basic theoretical knowledge of circuits and mechanics from academic studies
Strong learning ability and motivation to master new assembly processes
Careful and responsible work attitude; willingness to follow work instructions and ensure work quality
Good team collaboration skills and willingness to comply with work arrangements
Adhere to safety standards and maintain strong safety awareness
Get some bonus points
Any exposure to test bench operations in school labs or internships
Interest in inventory and material management
Any exposure to automation equipment (servo press, testing equipment, etc.) from studies or internships
Interest in learning professional robotic test bench operations
Currently pursuing or holding relevant basic certificates (e.g., electrician certificate)
Adaptable to fast-paced learning environment; curious about different aspects of assembly and testing work
