Engineering Intern

About the role#

Exploration Technology Group is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support hardware teams. This role provides hands-on experience in systems engineering, mechanics, software development, and propulsion technologies critical to exploration missions.

What you'll do#

• Assist in the design, analysis, and testing of space and ocean exploration systems.
• Contribute to systems engineering processes, including requirements definition and integration.
• Support the development and testing of mechanical components and mechanisms.
• Write, test, and refine software for control, data acquisition, and system simulation.
• Aid in the development and analysis of propulsion systems.
• Conduct data analysis, simulations, and model testing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and optimize system performance.
• Document experiments, design processes, and project progress.
• Participate in team meetings to contribute ideas for solving complex technical challenges.

What you'll need#

• Currently pursuing a degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Strong interest and foundational knowledge in systems engineering, mechanics, software development, or propulsion systems.
• Self-motivated with a passion for exploration and technological innovation.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Experience with CAD, MATLAB, Python, or other relevant programming tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with control systems, hardware integration, or propulsion technologies is desirable.

Location & details#

• Location: San Francisco, California
• Modality: On-site
• Employment type: Full-time
• Compensation: Paid internship
• Term: Rolling