Additive Engineering Internship (Fall 2026)

About the role#

As an Additive Engineering Intern at Freeform, you will contribute to the development and scaling of advanced metal 3D printing processes. You will work alongside mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineers to support high-volume production. This role involves owning a cradle-to-grave project that impacts print factory capabilities or customer workflows.

What you'll do#

• Own a project from start to finish that delivers meaningful impact to print factory capabilities or customer print workflows.
• Support all stages of print development, including design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) feedback, file preparation, printing, post-processing, and quality control.
• Analyze in-situ data and post-print part quality to drive continuous improvement in system performance.
• Use first-principles thinking to define problems, develop test methods, evaluate solutions, iterate, and provide technical recommendations.

What you'll need#

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an ABET accredited university or college.
• Hands-on design experience from internships or engineering clubs such as FSAE, Baja SAE, solar car, rocket club, robotics club, or similar.
• Strong grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals and a first-principles approach to problem-solving.
• Preferred: Advanced degree (Master's, PhD) in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Preferred: Experience with metal 3D printing or additive manufacturing processes.

Location & details#

• Location: Los Angeles, California.
• Term: Fall 2026.
• Modality: On-site.
• Status: Full-time, paid internship.