1X

CNC Machine Park Internship at 1X (San Carlos, CA)

1X· San Carlos, CA·

Role details

Work type
Onsite
Employment
Internship

1X at a glance

1X builds general-purpose humanoid robots, led by NEO, a soft-bodied home robot aimed at handling household chores and heading into industrial fleets.

Designs and manufactures general-purpose humanoid robots and the AI that runs them, most notably NEO, a bipedal home robot, and EVE, a wheeled industrial humanoid.

~$136M disclosed raised · latest: Series B, $100M (January 2024, led by EQT Ventures) · backed by EQT Ventures, OpenAI Startup Fund, Samsung NEXT, Tiger Global

Job description

CNC Machine Park Internship, Manufacturing | Hardware

Location: Hayward, CA

About 1X

We build humanoid robots that work alongside people to solve labor shortages and create abundance.

The Role

As a CNC Machine Park Intern, you will support the daily operations of our CNC machine park, gaining hands-on exposure to real-world manufacturing processes. You’ll work closely with experienced operators and programmers while developing foundational skills in machining, inspection, and shop organization. This role offers a clear path for technical growth and long-term opportunities in robotics-focused manufacturing.

You Will

  • Support daily operations including machine setup, part loading, cleaning, and basic tool handling
  • Observe and assist with CNC machining, inspection, and routine maintenance tasks
  • Learn to read part drawings and interpret basic G-code
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment
  • Take on progressively more technical responsibilities as experience grows

Must Have

  • Strong interest in manufacturing and a desire to learn CNC operations from the ground up
  • Comfortable working with machines, tools, and in a hands-on environment
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and committed to contributing consistently
  • Eagerness to grow into a full-time technical role in a robotics-focused manufacturing setting

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary Range: $25 per hour
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

1X is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Why work at 1X

  • Culture: Fast-paced, mission-driven environment focused on building humanoid robots that coexist with humans. Strong emphasis on AI, hardware, and real-world impact.
  • Work model: Likely on-site for hardware and AI roles (multiple offices in Palo Alto, San Carlos, Sunnyvale, Hayward, and Moss). Some software roles may offer flexibility.
  • Notable perks: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge robotics and AI, contribute to a product (NEO) that is already entering homes, and be part of a rapidly scaling company with strong funding.
  • Engineering culture: High concentration of talent from Tesla, Apple, Google, and SpaceX. Active research in biomechanics, reinforcement learning, and simulation. linkedin.com
  • Open roles: 65+ positions listed on the careers page across AI, hardware, software, operations, and manufacturing. 1x.tech

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