General Atomics · 1 month ago
Intern - Mechanical Engineering
No
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$29/hr - $31/hr
Start in 2026 SummerGeneral Atomics (GA) is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development. They have an exciting opportunity for an Undergraduate Intern with a field of study in Mechanical Engineering to join their Electromagnetic Systems team in Tupelo, Mississippi.
EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, participates in the day-to-day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks
Assists in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve problems
Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Qualification
Required
Candidates will be required to commit to the 10 week program, two sessions available beginning June 1, 2026, or June 22, 2026
Requires active enrollment and currently attending as an undergraduate student at a recognized college or university
Applicants who will have completed their undergraduate degree by the time the internship program would begin, must be planning to continue in a graduate program immediately following the conclusion of the internship program
Ability to understand new concepts and apply them accurately
Ability to follow general and detailed instructions as well as organizational policies and procedures
Basic communication and interpersonal skills to enable effective interface with internal professionals
Ability to work independently or in a team environment
Basic computer skills
Preferred
3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
Desired Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Welding, GD&T, CAD
Company
General Atomics
General Atomics is a defense and technology company specializing in research and technology development.
Founded in 1955
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.76MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2023-08-14Grant
2023-05-09Grant
2022-09-19Grant
Leadership Team
Wayne Solomon
Vice President, Magnetic Fusion Energy
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