Mechanical Engineer Intern - San Francisco (Summer 2026)

TLDR

Interns will gain real-world experience in mechanical engineering through active project participation and collaboration on prototype designs using state-of-the-art tools.

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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PA Consulting is an innovation and transformation consultancy that harnesses ingenuity to foster a positive human future. With a diverse team of over 4,000 experts operating globally, they tackle complex challenges and deliver impactful, enduring results across various industries.

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