Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Agents, Automation, Automation Systems, Bar Code Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Computer Vision, Debugging Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Fortune 500 Customers, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems, Object Modeling, Operating Systems, Operations Planning, Order Picking/Packing, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Personal Care, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Flow, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Radio Frequency, Reporting Dashboards, Research & Development (R&D), Robotics, Shipping/Receiving, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Startup, System Architecture, Technical Research, Training Data Sets, Warehousing
About VIZOR
VIZOR is an advanced materials and coating technology company based in NYC and New Jersey. We develop high-performance active ingredients and specialty raw materials used in personal care and consumer products.
We are currently building a next-generation, AI-powered fulfillment and manufacturing infrastructure designed specifically for modern direct-to-consumer operations. Our goal is to create one of the most minimal, intelligent, and operationally efficient autonomous fulfillment systems in the cosmetics industry.
This is not a theoretical R&D role.
You will work directly on real-world automation systems involving:
- robotics
- AI workflows
- warehouse automation
- computer vision
- packaging systems
- process engineering
- operational software systems
This is a highly hands-on, in-person role for someone excited about building practical automation systems from the ground up.
What You'll Work On
- Assist in designing and prototyping compact robotic fulfillment and warehouse automation systems
- Help develop workflows connecting inventory management, shipping systems, barcode scanning, and robotic hardware
- Work on robotic picking, lightweight computer vision, automated packaging, and labeling systems
- Train, refine, and deploy object detection models for product identification, robotic picking accuracy, packaging verification, and operational monitoring
- Support development of internal operational dashboards and automation tools
- Research practical automation technologies including robotic arms, sensors, machine vision systems, label applicators, and compact conveyor solutions
- Help optimize warehouse layouts, packaging flows, and process efficiency
- Collaborate on integrating AI agents and automation tools into operational workflows
- Participate in testing, debugging, and refining automation systems in real-world environments
- Assist with documenting SOPs, process maps, and technical systems
Ideal Background
We are less focused on traditional credentials and more interested in builders.
You may be a fit if you have experience or strong interest in:
- robotics
- AI tools and agents
- computer vision
- object detection systems
- automation systems
- Python scripting
- Raspberry Pi / Arduino
- manufacturing systems
- warehouse operations
- industrial engineering
- startup building
- systems thinking
Experience working with object detection frameworks such as:
- YOLOv10 / YOLOv11 (Ultralytics)
- Detectron2
- RF-DETR
- Grounding DINO
…is highly desirable.
Bonus points for experience with:
- ROS (Robot Operating System)
- OpenCV
- automation APIs
- warehouse management systems
- CAD or spatial design tools
- low-code/no-code automation platforms
- LLM workflows and AI orchestration
- edge AI deployment
- custom model training and dataset labeling
What We're Looking For
- Highly curious and self-driven mindset
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Builder mentality — you enjoy creating systems, not just discussing them
- Ability to move quickly and learn independently
- Comfortable working in ambiguous startup environments
- Strong attention to detail and operational thinking
- Interest in practical, minimalist engineering rather than overengineered solutions
Why This Role Is Unique
This internship sits at the intersection of:
- AI
- robotics
- industrial design
- operational engineering
- and real-world automation
You will help architect systems that directly impact how physical products move through a business.
Rather than working on isolated academic projects, you'll help build automation infrastructure intended for real operational deployment.
COMPENSATION & PERKS
- $20 per hour for 2-3 days per week, at our Brooklyn facility. Candidate can choose their own days around school schedule.
- 8-week program, potentially longer depending on project requirement
- Free office snacks and occasional free breakfasts & lunches
- Excellent opportunity to get hands-on engineering and lab experience with a company that has customers in the Fortune 500