ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Fall Engineer Internship Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Estes Energy

2026 Fall Engineering Intern

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$19.75 - $25.50/hr

Fall 2026 (Sept-Dec, dates flexible) · Type: Full-time or part-time internship About Estes Energy ... As an Engineering Intern, you'll own a meaningful slice of a live project, work shoulder-to ...

Odin Dynamics, Inc

Fall Engineering Intern

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$18 - $23.50/hr

About the Role We're looking for engineering interns across multiple disciplines to join us for the Fall. This isn't a shadow and observe internship, you'll be embedded on a small team working on ...

New

Smosh

Programming Intern - Fall 2026

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Programming Internship at Smosh Are you passionate about digital content production and eager to dive into the world of programming within a creative environment? Join the Smosh team as our Fall ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsFall Engineer JobsFall Engineer Internship JobsFall Engineer Internship Jobs in California

Fall Engineer Internship information

What are popular job titles related to Fall Engineer Internship jobs in California? For Fall Engineer Internship jobs in California, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Fall Engineer Internship jobs in California look for? The top searched job categories for Fall Engineer Internship jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Fall Engineer Internship jobs? Cities in California with the most Fall Engineer Internship job openings:
Fall Engineer Internship jobs near you
Mechanical Engineering Internship - Fall 2026

Mechanical Engineering Internship - Fall 2026

Varda Space Industries

El Segundo, CA

$33/hr

Other

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

About This Role 

Fall internships will range between the months of August and December. All dates dependent upon the university schedule of the selected students. Internships are full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, CA. To be considered for this internship, candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program. 

The Varda Mechanical Engineering Internship provides an opportunity to work on critical spaceflight hardware and ground support systems, contributing directly to our in-space manufacturing and reentry missions. Interns will join a fast-paced team environment, collaborating on design, analysis, and test efforts for both flight and non-flight hardware.

Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the company's success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. We're dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Varda's success. 

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the design and development of spacecraft hardware or ground support equipment (MGSE)

  • Support test campaign planning and execution, including test stand design and data analysis

  • Create CAD models, detailed drawings, and perform basic engineering analysis (FEA, thermal, etc.)

  • Participate in design reviews and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet hardware requirements

  • Perform hands-on fabrication tasks or support machining operations when needed

Basic Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Engineering or Physics (Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field)

  • Strong understanding of core engineering concepts, with completed coursework in:

    • Statics

    • Dynamics

    • Mechanics of Materials

    • Thermodynamics or Heat Transfer

  • Experience using engineering tools such as CAD (e.g., NX), MATLAB, and/or LabVIEW

  • Proven ability to own and deliver a technically complex project, preferably in a team setting (e.g., FSAE, senior design, rocket team, etc.)

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment

Preferred Skills And Experience 

  • Junior or Senior academic standing

  • Previous internship or co-op experience in a technical role

  • Experience with fabrication or machining (manual or CNC)

  • Familiarity with NX, GD&T, Femap/Nastran, or similar engineering tools

  • Background in space systems, spacecraft structures, or aerospace manufacturing processes

  • Demonstrated success in technical extracurriculars (e.g., Rocket Club, Formula SAE, etc.)

Projects You May Work On

Intern projects will be tailored to company needs and student skillsets closer to the start date. Typical projects include:

  • Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) design

  • Tooling design and fabrication support

  • Test setup development and execution

  • Flight hardware upgrades and modifications

  • Generative design applications for spacecraft components

Compensation
  • Hourly Rate: $33.00
  • Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area
  • Commuter benefit to support local transportation

Apply