FreeForm · 3 weeks ago
Additive Engineering Internship/Co-Op (Spring, Summer, Fall 2026)
Los Angeles, CA, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$30/hr - $30/hr
Start in 2026Freeform is deploying software-defined, autonomous metal 3D printing factories around the world, and they are seeking an Additive Engineering Intern to contribute to the development and scaling of advanced metal 3D printing processes. The intern will support all stages of print development, working closely with various engineering teams to improve printing and downstream machining processes.
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Responsibilities
Own a cradle to grave project that delivers meaningful impact to critical print factory capabilities or customer print workflows
Support all stages of print development including design for additive manufacturing feedback, file preparation, printing, post-processing, and quality control
Analyze in-situ data and post-print part quality to drive continuous improvement in system performance
Use first-principles thinking to define problems, develop test methods, evaluate solutions, iterate, and provide technical recommendations
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering from an ABET accredited university or college
Hands on design experience from internships or engineering clubs such as FSAE, Baja SAE, solar car, rocket club, robotics club, or similar
Strong grasp of mechanical engineering fundamentals and comfortable taking a first-principles approach to solving problems
Preferred
Advanced degree (Master's, PhD) in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Experience with metal 3D printing or additive manufacturing processes
Experience with process development for metal additive manufacturing
Scripting experience in MATLAB or similar tools for toolpath generation
Experience with DFM and GD&T
Experience with CNC machining
Passion for improving the state of metal 3D printing
Comfortable working in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and iterating quickly (comfortable building the plane as we fly it)
Strong communicator who collaborates across disciplines and proactively seeks support when needed
Willing to take ownership of tasks big and small, with a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
Strong work ethic with a refuse-to-fail mindset
Demonstrated indicators of excellence and/or achieving success against adversity (i.e. top academic performance, leadership in engineering clubs, first-generation college student, or other examples of resilience and achievement)
Benefits
Relocation assistance provided
Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
Company
FreeForm
FreeForm is a media production company offering film production and campaign strategy services.
Founded in 2001
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2025-10-25
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