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Joby Aviation · 2 hours ago

Mechanical Engineer Intern - Electric Propulsion Unit (Summer 2026)

positionSan Carlos, CA
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern
money$22/hr - $31/hr
workcardStart in 2026 Summer

Joby Aviation is working towards making electric air taxi dreams a reality, focusing on innovative aircraft designs. They are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineering Intern to contribute to the design and testing of electric motors, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Mechanical Design: Modeling and designing components and assemblies using 3D CAD software
Engineering Analysis: Performing analyses to optimize designs for various factors, including thermal (CFD), structural (FEA), and design for assembly/test (DFA/DFT)
Electronics Packaging: Solving complex packaging issues related to thermal management, electrical isolation, sealing, interconnection, shock/vibration management, and electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Prototyping and Testing: Assisting in engineering prototype builds, fabricating components, and designing test jigs and fixtures for validation
Validation and Troubleshooting: Running validation tests, collecting and analyzing lab data, investigating the root cause of failures, and implementing product improvements
Collaboration: Cooperating closely with a variety of cross-functional teams, including electrical, manufacturing, controls, and test engineers, to take designs from concept to production

Qualification

Mechanical design3D CAD softwareThermal managementHands-on designMaterials selectionKinematicsTroubleshootingAnalytical skillsElectronics packagingPrototypingTestingValidationCATIA CADProblem solvingCommunication skillsCollaborationCross-functional teamwork

Required

Heading into junior or senior year of undergraduate degree or above at time of internship
Available Summer 2026
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Strong analytical background
Experience with hands-on design and testing
Proficiency in mechanical design, materials selection, kinematics, troubleshooting, and analysis
Proficiency with CAD

Preferred

Experience with CATIA CAD, specifically using Generative Shape Design, Part Design, and Assembly Design modules

Company

Joby Aviation

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Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Santa Cruz, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.jobyaviation.com

H1B Sponsorship

Joby Aviation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.02B
Key Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
2025-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2024-10-24Post Ipo Equity· $202M

Leadership Team

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Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
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Gregory Bowles
Head of Government Affairs
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