Mechanical Engineer Intern - San Francisco (Summer 2026)

All candidates must include a portfolio with their resume/application.

Salary: $27-$35/hr
Duration: 3 months
 

Typical intern activities may include: 

• early phase conceptualization and brainstorming 

• collaboration with cross-disciplinary teams 

• design and fabrication of prototype mechanical models/systems 

• use of SolidWorks or other CAD programs for mechanical design development 

• use of basic shop tools and equipment 

• troubleshooting of models/systems 

• testing/optimization of systems for subsequent commercialization 

• interfacing directly with vendors and potentially clients 

• developing code to interface with electromechanical systems or analyze datasets 

Candidates for this position: 

• will have completed at least their second year of post-high school education by the start of the internship 

• are currently pursuing a BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field and will return to an academic program at the end of the internship 

• are knowledgeable of engineering fundamentals, mechanical design, and material mechanics 

• are flexible, creative, adaptable, and demonstrate a desire to learn 

• effectively communicate their work and ideas to interdisciplinary groups 

• are expected to be fully in-person at the location listed for this position 

Additional qualities we are looking for: 

• enthusiasm, self-motivation, and the ability to thrive in an informal work environment with minimal supervision 

• aptitude with hand and machine tools 

• familiarity with 3D modeling as a primary tool for engineering development 

The signing of a non-disclosure agreement to maintain client confidentiality is a necessary condition of employment. 

Candidates are required to provide either a pdf or linked portfolio to their application. Applications without any form of portfolio will be disregarded. 

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