Robotics​/AI​/Coding Tutor

Job Description

Deep Brain Technology() is an innovative EdTech and cognitive AI company focused on transforming how people learn, think, and maintain brain health through the integration of artificial intelligence, neuroscience, and strategic gameplay. Its platform delivers personalized, game-based cognitive training to enhance problem-solving, attention, and long-term mental performance.

Deep Brain Academy (Deep Brain Academy .org), based in Tenafly, New Jersey, is the educational arm of this vision—a premier learning center dedicated to developing advanced thinking, problem-solving skills, and academic excellence in students from elementary through high school. Through high-quality instruction in competition math, STEM, and strategy-based learning, we help students build deep understanding and achieve outstanding academic outcomes.

We aim to develop students’ problem-solving ability, engineering thinking, and long-term intellectual growth through hands-on and structured learning experiences.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Robotics / Mechanical Engineering Intern who is passionate about hands-on engineering, STEM education, and building real-world systems.

This is not a typical internship — you will work directly with our team in person in Tenafly, NJ to support robotics programs, improve curriculum delivery, and create engaging, project-based learning experiences for students.

You will gain practical experience at the intersection of engineering + education + product development.

Key Responsibilities

Robotics Program Support

• Assist instructors in delivering robotics classes, workshops, and STEM camps
• Guide students through hands-on projects (e.g., building, debugging, testing)
• Help maintain a structured, engaging, and safe classroom environment

Hardware & System Setup

• Support setup, calibration, and troubleshooting of robotics kits and equipment
• Assist in basic mechanical assembly and system integration
• Identify and fix common technical issues during classes

Curriculum & Project Development

• Help improve and refine robotics curriculum and project design
• Test new project ideas to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes
• Contribute to developing structured, scalable STEM learning modules

Student Experience

• Provide 1:1 or small-group guidance to students
• Encourage problem-solving, creativity, and independent thinking
• Support students with different skill levels and learning speeds

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in
  Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fields
• Strong hands-on skills and problem-solving mindset
• Comfortable working with hardware, tools, and basic engineering systems
• Patient, responsible, and interested in working with students

Preferred (not required):

• Experiences with Vex IQ and/or First Robotics competitions (strongly preferred)
• Experience with robotics platforms (LEGO, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
• Basic programming skills (Python, C++, etc.)
• Prior teaching, tutoring, or mentoring experience
• Interest in education, cognitive development, or STEM curriculum design

What You Will Gain

• Real-world experience applying engineering in an educational setting
• Hands-on exposure to robotics systems, hardware troubleshooting, and project design
• Opportunity to work directly with founders and contribute to program development
• Strong resume experience for
• • Engineering roles
  • Robotics / AI startups
  • Graduate school applications
• Potential for long-term role or program leadership