About the role#
General Atomics is hiring Mechanical Engineering interns for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site program based in San Diego. You will work within our engineering department to support various technical projects, including aircraft design, finite element analysis, and testing.
What you'll do#
- Assist with daily tasks in your assigned functional area.
- Apply your engineering knowledge to investigate, analyze, and resolve technical problems.
- Create and maintain electronic and hard copy records, diagrams, charts, and reports.
- Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
- Comply with applicable laws and regulations during your work.
What you'll need#
- You must be an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited U.S. college or university.
- If you are completing your undergraduate degree before the internship, you must plan to enroll in a graduate program immediately after.
- You must commit to the full 10-week program.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
- You need the ability to learn new concepts quickly and apply them to your work.
- You should be comfortable working both independently and in team settings.
- Basic computer and communication skills are required.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California.
- Term: Summer 2027 (10 weeks).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $30.00 to $38.00 per hour, based on your field of study and academic progress.
About General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and space manufacturing company based in San Diego, California. Founded in 1955, the firm operates as a privately held business. It develops technology for government and commercial clients. The company works on projects including unmanned aerial vehicles, nuclear reactors, and fusion energy.
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