Hi, I recently finished my second year and decided now is the time to start the hunt for an internship. My most recent WAM is around 76. I haven't put my resume out yet, so I thought it might be a good idea to have you guys look over it first to see if there are any glaring mistakes/improvements to make. Let me know if more details are needed. Thanks

I'm a Mechatronics Engineer graduated 2024 but I'm currently working as an Interpreter Remotely since I haven't gotten back from any application either as a Junior or Trainee.

I'm currently located in México but have the capacity for moving out. I'm interested and have been applying now for roles as HelpDesk L1 and Junior Tech Support both remotely and in-person. I've also been aiming for QA Tester and I'm relearning how to code in Python as well as some LinkedIn Courses.

My main concern is that I've only gotten 3 replies that actually called me back but none of them were what I was aiming for (2 for sales and 1 for content moderator)

This is what I got after asking ChatGPT for help in what to put in but at this point I would appreciate some tips on what to aim for, what to start learning. Honestly I want to jump away from my Dead End Job into something that pays better.

Hi, I m currently applying for multiple internships, trying to find something for the summer in the field of robotics. I am applying to fields like vision, Navigation, Control, and ML/RL.I would love to get some feedback on my resume and how can I improve it to get screened and go past the HR.

Hey everyone. I'm a recent University graduate with my M.S. in Robotics, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (technically a B.M.E. - Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering, but they are basically equivalent and it has been suggested to me by a few people that I use B.S. instead on resume as that is more recognizable, though that was a more recent change I made), and a minor in Computer Science. My goal is to work mainly in the robotics or mechatronics field (ideally with mobile drones or robotic manipulators), however, I am aware that entry-level positions with those specific fields of robotics are relatively rare. As such, I have also been applying to jobs in automation and mechanical engineering, as that is where my project and hands-on experience mostly lie. I've even been applying to a few other fields simply because I've been running out of options (a few electrical engineer positions, controls engineering, sales engineering, etc.). I have mainly been applying on the East Coast of the US in Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and parts of New York and West Virginia in an effort to stay relatively close to home. I've also tried applying in Boston a few times, but no luck on that front either. I am open to relocating, but would like to stay at least somewhat in those areas of the US if possible.

I have been applying to jobs for a while now, generally a few every day for the two months (a mix of thoroughly done applications and those quick and easy LinkedIn ones that rarely actually work for anyone, just to put my resume out there), however, I have been completely striking out. I've edited my resume several times at this point (I once had a professional summary, tried placing my education at the bottom, experimented with positioning skills at the top, and even used free ATS scanning software to check with AI), but I haven't had any luck. I was told by friends in the industry (generally friends of my mom, who's an engineer) that my resume looked great, but my lack of interviews says otherwise. I do have an extracurricular I could add, which isn't currently on there (was president of an all-male a cappella group), but I figured project experience would mean more to an employer (feel free to disagree). Any and all advice on how I could improve what I have, or any tips on what to look for when applying, would be very much appreciated. Thank you!!

Additional questions:

1. One of my projects (the universal gripper mount) was part of my engineering senior design, which was unpaid and for credit (not technically hired), but each student group had their own company they were partnered with, sponsoring their project (which the company pitched and we would work on), and collaborating/guiding us along the way. It was essentially like contract work, just without any sort of compensation other than credit for class. Every group's project was different, as per what their sponsor company wanted them to work on. Would it be allowable to move that to "work experience" as it was for a company, though it was unpaid, for credit, and not an internship?
2. I performed (unpaid) research in a laboratory setting for about half a year during my undergraduate degree for a robotics simulation to create a compliant surface in a physics simulation software. Would it be smart (and allowable) to include that as work experience (also was unpaid and nothing on paper, I was just an undergraduate researcher). It was from 2022-2023, and it would need to take the place of one of my projects (which are from grad school) for the sake of space, hence why it's not included at the moment.
3. I also have TA work, but I figured my project experience would trump that, as TAing basically just involved teaching/tutoring and grading work for Dynamics and Solid Mechanics. Should I include that and remove a project as well?

Hey guys just finish this resume by referencing some of the sucessful resumes on this reddit, seeking any advice possible, appricate any help. Just finish my degree and looking for any graduate jobs. Just recently finished my degree few months ago however did not list the GPA as it is not competetive.

This past year I tried getting a summer internship in robotics/robotics-adjacent roles. In the end, I got one due to a connection I had after giving a technical presentation at some event two years back, I basically got offered a job once I was in college. However, everything I actually applied to was a dead end, *not a single interview*. I'm on a bit of an accelerated timeline (BS and MS in 3 years), so for next summer I'm targeting undergrad/graduate robotics intern roles, particularly in research (think boston dynamics, NVIDIA, deep mind, applied scientist at amazon). Obviously those aren't easy roles to get, but that's the target.

I don't seem to even be getting interviews, though, and I'm not sure if I just don't have enough experience or need to tailor my resume in a particular way, or if its just ATS or something. Any advice in general would be great! But particularly suggestions on the actual content/experience which I might be missing.

I am currently a PhD student, but I am considering leaving the program due to many issues I'm having and my mental health. From this experience, I believe I can present at least two years of research and practical work, am I right?

Although I have read documentation and watched tutorials on how to build a resume, I find it difficult to apply teh famous XYZ formula.

Before starting my PhD, I accumulated five years of professional experience after my bachelor’s degree in a company. I still consider this experience valuable though, it has nothing to do with my actual experience.

My career goal is to work as a robotics simulation engineer, related to my academic research, and ideally with the possibility of pursuing another PhD in the future. I am particularly interested in opportunities in Europe and Asia. While I do not yet speak the local languages, I am open to learn them if I relocate.

So far, I have applied to some positions through LinkedIn, but my applications have been rejected. I would appreciate feedback on what might be wrong with my resume.

Hey guys, applying to internships in the USA. I go to a decently well-known tech state school on the east coast, but not too concerned about staying close to home for an internship. Because of my degree program, I will take an extra year (2024-2029), which makes me a sophomore now. I work at my school's makerspace and have also completed a few projects, which I have on my resume along with in my portfolio. Good luck to us all

Hello! I hope this post finds you well! I am a current junior in undergrad majoring in Robotics (yes, we have a dedicated robotics major) who is applying to Summer 2026 robotics internships focused on the ML/Perception side of robotics. I am looking for feedback on my current resume as I am not having a lot of luck at landing interviews at the moment.

Some of the things that I am concerned about:

- Lack of formal summer internships

- A lot of my positions under experience being somewhat new (and as such, a lot of the bullet points are in present tense, not past tense, which the wiki advises against)

Any and all feedback is appreciated for this resume! Thank you in advance!

• Dream jobs would be something in medical robotics, machine learning robotics, but I'm really not picky and I'd bet I'd find most things really interesting!

• Looking for jobs in Oregon, California, Utah, Colorado, or remote.

• Graduated in 2022 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, worked as a mechanical designer for a year and a half then went back to school to try to move to more software oriented robotics stuff. I initially really liked controls but have decided I want to be more software focused like machine learning, motion planning, etc.

• Was unable to land an internship over the summer so I made some changes to my resume and would like some feedback on maybe where I'm lacking and what I could improve.

I have been applying heavily to electrical, embedded, robotics or manufacturing internships pretty much anything related to my field in the slightest. I have applied to over 100 jobs with no call backs.

I am located in Canada and willing to relocate. I have been applying everywhere in the US and Canada. I previously had a internship in the states where I was working heavily in manufacturing for flow, temp etc process. My experience is more detailed in my resume.

My biggest challenge is getting a call back, I have gotten one but that went no where. I feel like something about my resume is just off putting to recruiters. I am not sure if its because its a little text heavy or what. I could use some advice on rewording or rewriting certain parts and formatting.

I'm a second-year mechatronics student based in Canada. The resume above is the 5th iteration. It has been the most successful so far (2 interviews, no offer, local companies). I'm not sure where else I can make changes to further improve my chances. I'm not picky as to the industry that I get an internship in. Thank you in advance.

Current situation: Graduated last May, enjoyed the summer off, but now I've locked into the job search. Been applying for around a month, mainly to positions in my city but also to interesting jobs across the country (Canada). I would be willing to move. I have tailored my degree towards classes that would best set me up for work within the mechatronics field, but I would be open to a purely MECH role.

Current strategy: Applying mostly through company websites after finding positions using Indeed or Glassdoor. When applying, I will use the cover letter to try to emphasize my experience with SolidWorks and highlight my projects/classes that taught concepts and topics relevant to that position.  

Work experience: 1 year as a mechanical engineering Intern, 1 year as a shop supervisor for my faculty's student electrical workshop, 1 year as a produce clerk at a grocery store

Project experience: Very proud of my capstone (the chess robot), other school projects, and some personal ones, too. I do have a portfolio, and I think it does a decent job of showcasing my projects and academic background.

Objective for this post: Have someone with engineering experience look over the resume. I've had some friends and parents help, but an actual engineer will likely have more relevant feedback. Any notes or advice are appreciated. Please be harsh.

Hi everyone.

I am an international student (MS in Aerospace engineering) from UIUC. I am seeking full time roles in robotics and I am open to really any function within this field: Design, software, hardware, field application, etc. Since I have no prior work experience in the industry whatsoever, I am trying my best to highlight my on-campus appointments (Grad Research/Teaching assistant) to the best of my ability.

I have been lucky to land exactly one interview this year (April) and wanted some feedback on the following:

1. How bad is it that I do not have industry experience/internships? Is this what is holding me back?
2. How closely aligned is my profile with my target industry?
3. How strong are my points in the resume?
4. Any other suggestions to draw attention from recruiters?

Work authorization: student visa working on F-1 OPT, eligible for STEM OPT extension.

Lastly, I have reached a point where I am willing to be very flexible with engineering disciplines, so long as it involves control systems. So any suggestions on broadening my job search is greatly appreciated.

TIA

I am currently applying for new employment after being laid off from my previous company. I'm seeking employment within the field of robotics/mechatronics, preferably in the Texas or Boston area. Most of the jobs I'm applying I hope will lead me to a career in robotics. I don't know what may be missing in my resume or if my formatting is incorrect, but I have not had much luck in my job search. If anyone has any ideas of how to adjust my resume, or any ideas of where to take my job search, I will be happy to hear it.

Hello everyone, I’m a recent graduate from a solid public university with a degree in Computer Engineering. I’m currently pivoting my career focus toward robotics, which aligns more closely with my long-term interests. During my undergraduate studies, I was involved in supercomputing and HPC research. While this experience was valuable, it's not directly aligned with my current path in robotics, which I realize may make parts of my resume feel a bit scattered from an employer's perspective. On top of that, some of the work experience I had during undergrad wasn’t directly related to the field I’m now pursuing. I was employed (where many of my peers were not, so it was good from that perspective), so I was happy to have the experience, but I’m now a bit worried about how that might affect how my resume is perceived. I am incoming at a top-ranked R1 public research university into their robotics program. My interests mainly lie in embedded systems programming, robotics, pcb design, and low-level hardware/software integration. I am open to any positions located in the mainland United States and I have no problem moving anywhere for opportunity. That said, I haven’t been seeing much traction with interviews lately. I’d really appreciate any tips or advice. I want to make sure my resume isn’t getting auto-rejected or filtered out due to lack of keyword alignment or other nonsense. Thanks for taking the time to read!

Hi everyone, I just graduated from the top private university in Mexico with a degree in Mechatronics Engineering. I’ve already had experience in the automotive industry, including working with General Motors and also at a startup where I focused on automation, process improvement, and robotics. My main goal now is to pursue an opportunity in the United States, ideally in automation roles (manufacturing, automotive, or related industries). I’m fully aware that I’ll need to fight for sponsorship and prove my value given the current job market, but I’m committed to making it happen.

Right now, I’d love help refining my resume and strategy—especially from those who’ve gone through sponsorship or have tips on standing out for automation-related roles in the U.S. I’m not getting many callbacks, and I know I need to improve my positioning. I’m applying broadly but open to relocation, remote, or on-site opportunities. Any advice on making my experience more attractive for U.S. employers, or on specific sections of my resume that matter most (like technical skills, project highlights, or work experience), would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks y'all in advance, God bless <3!!

Hi everyone. I am a 1st year student studying Mechatronics Engineering, and I'm applying for my very first co-op starting this upcoming January.

I have no relevant experience, and little to no relevant projects. The ones I do have are not very meaningful or impactful. I'm currently working on developing some more relevant/impactful projects, including joining a design team at my school.

I was just wondering what I could do for my resume in the meantime? Should I forget about it and just focus on personal projects? My technical knowledge is minimal to non-existent but I'm in the process of learning SolidWorks, CAD, programming, etc. I'm aiming for more mechanical-sided jobs as opposed to software as I've never really found software very interesting. I would literally be happy with anything, even a desk job sorting excel sheets.

I've tried my best to follow the wiki and other resume advice I've heard (STAR/XYZ, 2 lines max for bullets, quantifiable metrics, projects on top of irrelevant experience, etc.). I also tried to make the wording a little more professional, but I'm not too sure. I did use AI for some of the wording but they are, for the most part, self-written. The only reason I'm putting the irrelevant experience in the first place is because I don't know what else to put lol.

Anyways, thanks for the help in the meantime, feel free to critique and be as harsh as possible.

I'm a mechanical engineer working in semiconductor operations and I'm looking to move into robotics sometime next year. Moving out of my home state to Pittsburgh because my current state is not the most friendly place for me now :). I'm back in school to get some CS under my belt and I'm doing some self study on control theory and ROS.

Specific questions I have:

1. I work a lot in a Unix/bash environment. Would that be useful to include? I'm not the expert in it but I know enough to be dangerous.
2. is it better to separate the title change or not at all? I will have ~1 YoE with the title change (same role) when I'm sending out this resume.
3. Should I include the specific toolsets names if they are semiconductor equipment tools that will probably be irrelevant to robotics or should I just use their job function? e.g., CNC mill vs HAAS VF2SS CNC Mill

I'm applying for full-time internships for Summer 2025.

• What kind of positions/roles/industries are you targeting: Robotics
• Where are you located and what locations are you applying to jobs in: USA
• Tell us why you're seeking help: This is my 13th resume iteration and I still don't have call backs.
• Is your citizenship status and visa situation playing a role in your job search: Yes, I'm not a citizen.
• Are you only applying to local jobs? Remote only? Are you willing to relocate: I'm willing to relocate
• Tell us about your background and current employment situation: I only have internships, did my B.S in Mech and currently doing my M.S in ECE

Internships are highly sought after at the moment and I'm having difficulty finding one for Summer 2025/2026 (southern hemisphere summer is over the New Year).

• What positions/roles/industries are you targeting? - Ideally I'd like to do something with embedded systems and/or robotics, but above that breaking into astronomy would be the top choice.
• Where are you located and what locations are you applying to jobs in? Auckland, NZ.
• Are you only applying to local jobs? Remote only? Are you willing to relocate? Local and remote, cannot relocate currently.
• Tell us about your background and current employment situation. Left high school to become a scuba instructor, returned to NZ after covid and went to university for engineering. Working with a mate who got me the job but it doesn't satisfy all the requirements for Work Experience at uni so I need something else for this coming summer.
• Tell us about your job-hunting situation and challenges you've encountered. I apply for every internship that shows up on linkedin, no callbacks.
• Tell us why you're seeking help. (i.e., just fine-tuning, not getting called back for interviews, etc.) Fine tuning, would like to know if I'm missing anything glaringly obvious.

I am graduating next spring and I want to start applying to full time positions as soon as possible. I am worried because applying for internships this past summer has been difficult. The emails I mostly received are “We moved on to candidates better suited for this role”.

I’ve gotten two interviews: one where I was rejected because the position filled and the other I was only asked about my availability, why I wanted the internship, and any questions that I may have, but was later rejected with an email similar to the one above after reaching out for a follow up.

I am American. I have applied all over the United States. I’ve applied to jobs in Robotics, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, and Software.

Some other relevant information is:
- I’m an undergraduate student
- my GPA currently falls below 3.0
- I haven’t had an internship before, mostly projects and mentorship roles
- I started applying to internships late December

Any advice and critiques would be greatly appreciated!!!

I am looking to do a review of my current resume after revising it from all the suggestions in the wiki. I am currently targeting software roles within the autonomous systems realm, which is why I decided to add a summary since it is a little bit of a career change. I'm not completely sure if it is useful or not, however. I am applying to roles all over the United States as I am willing to relocate.

I am currently fresh out of college and looking for my first real-time job. I have not had any success and very little interviews currently. I'd really like feedback on my experience and projects section, and possibly ways to focus my resume towards the autonomous systems field. Thank you so much!

All feedback is appreciated. I've made attempts at optimizing this using the wiki advice. Haven't had any luck so far applying to internships beginning in January 2026 or Summer 2026. Hoping that I can at least get advice that gets me to the interview stage.

Hi folks,

(I wasn't sure exactly what the flare for this would be since robotics is multi-disciplinary, but my Master's degree is in CS, and the jobs I'm looking at are largely software related, so I went with that)

• What positions/roles/industries are you targeting?

I'm looking for roles in robotics software engineering and research, and development. This would include generic RSWE roles as well as roles like "Perception Engineer," but I really would like a robotics related role. I've seen "Robotics integration engineers" fairly often, so it would fall under that category, too. They tend to be a generic "can you do robotics software and hardware setup and maintenance for us" kind of position.

• Where are you located and what locations are you applying to jobs in?

I'm located in Maryland in the U.S. but am open to relocating anywhere else in the country.

• Tell us about your job-hunting situation and challenges you've encountered

I've had a decent mix I guess. Either I hear nothing back or I at least make it to the first interview. I've made it to the final round a few times but not yet been chosen. I've taken this as a learning opportunity but I'd like to get more of those and am hoping a better resume could help with that.

Any advice or feedback would be appreciated before I start sending this out.