2026-2027 BETA Internship (Vermont)

Beta Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 30,307 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

BETA Technologies, based in Burlington, Vermont, offers a multi-disciplinary internship program across Battery, Electrical, Flight Sciences, Mechanical, Software, Data Science, and more. Interns gain hands-on experience in design, testing, and manufacture while contributing to electric aviation innovations.

Eligible students pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment, with compensation details listed for a 2026-2027 Vermont internship.

Qualifications

• Interest in aviation, tech, or sustainability.
• Self-motivated, organized, able to work independently.
• Strong analytical and written/verbal communication skills.
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support battery, electrical, and flight sciences teams in design tasks.
• Assist with data collection and analysis from tests.
• Participate in CAD, PCB, and prototype builds as needed.
• Collaborate across Battery, Electrical, Mechanical, and Software groups.

Skills

Aviation interest

Self-starter

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Cross-functional experience

Education

Pursuing Bachelors or Masters

Tools

CAD (3D)

PCB design

Lab equipment

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

Overall Internship Position Summary

BETA Technologies, based in Burlington, Vermont, is an aerospace company and electric aircraft manufacturer developing fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) and conventional take-off and landing (eCTOL) aircraft, as well as the supporting charging networks. At BETA, we combine intellectual curiosity, a passion for aviation, and a commitment to sustainability to pursue our mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Every team member contributes their talent and drive to make a positive impact—on the environment, on the lives of others, and within our vibrant, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

BETA Interns (regardless of their specific focus) possess the following qualifications:

MINIMUM:

• Demonstrated interest in aviation, technology, or sustainability
• Self-starter who is high-energy, hardworking, organized, disciplined, and able to work independently
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in supporting and working with cross-functional teams

PREFERRED:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s (in a related field) from an accredited University
• Previous internship or experience working in a fast-paced industry related to electric vehicles, aircraft, rotorcraft, or any other relevant industry focused on development, design, or certification
• University/Collegiate design projects or personal-related project experience related to entrepreneurship and/or electric aviation

Team-Specific Intern Qualifications

Please review and select which area best aligns with your skills and experience:

BATTERY

As an intern on BETA’s Battery Team, you will develop a deep understanding of our energy storage system design and use that knowledge on a daily basis to support our ongoing design efforts with tasks such as safety and electrical test design from cell to pack level. Battery interns focus on supporting the needs of various teams including Manufacturing, Testing, and Design & Certification. BETA is looking for candidates to join the Battery Team that have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Mechanical design using CAD software (3DX preferred) with some amount of experience with structural, thermal or other design analysis
• Hands-on test experience including data collection and analysis
• FEA/CFD analysis experience, including validation of any models created
• PCB design and test experience
• Experience or knowledge of high voltage DC electrical systems and/or battery energy storage systems

ELECTRICAL

As an intern on BETA’s Electrical Team, you will be an integral part of rapid prototyping and testing of proof-of-concept and certified aircraft electronics design including inverters, instrumentation, battery management and charging, flight controls, and more. Electrical team interns will design their own printed circuit boards and assist with analysis and testing of complex designs and systems. BETA is looking for candidates to join the Electrical Team that have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Knowledge of electrical fundamentals that may cover basic circuit analysis, power electronics, embedded systems, analog signal conditioning and filter analysis, analog to digital converters, serial communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN), discrete logic circuits, motor control, etc. Familiarity with STM or TI processors is a plus
• Demonstrated hands-on experience and ability to operate lab equipment including low and high-voltage power supplies, function generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, soldering irons, heat guns, crimping tools, etc.
• Familiarity with and respect for electrical safety
• Previous experience working with printed circuit board design, assembly, and troubleshooting preferred (KiCAD and Altium are our tools of choice, but experience with any EDA software is great!)
• Coding experience is a plus (C/C++, Python, Matlab, Arduino, etc)
• Involvement in Electrical Engineering and/or Aerospace clubs (CubeSat, Rocket, EV ex: Formula SAE electric racing club) or self-starting electronics personal projects. Show us what you've built!

FLIGHT SCIENCES

BETA Technologies is seeking driven Engineering interns with aerodynamic analysis, flight dynamics modeling, and simulation experience to help design the future of electric aviation. BETA is looking for candidates to join the Flight Sciences Team who have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Experience in areas such as aerodynamics, stability and control (S&C) analysis, propeller design, propulsion analysis, airfoil design, and/or wind tunnel testing
• Conceptual understanding of fixed-wing and rotorcraft systems to help drive holistic aircraft design
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and Python
• Preferred proficiency in aerospace design tools such as AVL, XROTOR, XFOIL, CHARM, and Pointwise
• Preferred experience with post-processing analytical and empirical data to create and/or improve aerodynamic databases and dynamical system models

MECHANICAL

BETA Technologies is seeking versatile and capable Mechanical Engineering interns to join our team with a focus on supporting the needs of various projects and teams across the company. These teams may include, but are not limited to: Motors, Charge, Lift Kit, Materials and Processes, and Manufacturing. BETA is looking for candidates who have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (OnShape, Solidworks or Catia) and preferred experience in FEA (ANSYS preferred)
• Demonstrated experience in all phases of design and preferred experience in scalable manufacturing processes in parallel with product design
• Ability to operate required machinery and equipment safely, following established safety requirements per company and government regulations and guidelines

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

BETA Technologies is seeking versatile and capable Software Engineering interns to join our team with a focus in one or more of the following areas: Flight Test, Flight Controls, Instrumentation, Propulsion, Battery, Flight Simulation, Airborne Software, Manufacturing, Digital Product, and Data Platform. BETA is looking for candidates who have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Programming languages such as Python, C, C++, JavaScript, and/or Matlab, NodeJS, and Simulink
• Familiarity with Git
• Cloud Computing, particularly AWS
• Network programming and message-passing protocols such as MQTT
• Configuring, running code, and interfacing with peripherals on lightweight computers such as Raspberry Pis and/or embedded systems
• Continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices
• Exposure to one or more of the following: control systems, temperature sensors, analog-to-digital converters, SPI bus
• Experience with AI coding assistants, such as Claude Code

DATA SCIENCE

BETA Technologies is seeking versatile and capable Data Science interns to join our team with a focus on supporting the Research and Development (R&D) needs of various teams, including Flight Test, Propulsion, Battery, Charge Network, Flight Simulator, and Business Intelligence. BETA is looking for candidates to join the Data Science Team who have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Proficiency in Python or R, AWS, and cloud infrastructure
• Ability to work with data, including cleaning, pre-processing, and data transformation tasks
• Basic understanding of statistical concepts and mathematical principles relevant to data analysis and machine learning
• Familiarity with data analysis libraries and tools like Pandas, NumPy, or similar
• Ability to create visualizations using tools like Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, or ggplot
• Prior experience working with databases and SQL for data retrieval and manipulation
• Preferred experience with data exploration tooling, such as Grafana or Tableau

DESIGN & FABRICATION

As BETA scales to production, we are seeking interns with solid hands-on experience to support teams in Composites, Industrial Design, 3D Printing, and Machining. Candidates should have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Composite fabrication skills using prepreg carbon fiber, wet layups, and vacuum infusion
• CAM programming, CNC setup and operation, and manual milling/turning
• Safe and efficient use of power tools, air tools, hand tools, and saws
• Ability to read, interpret, and produce accurate parts from engineering drawings, diagrams, and blueprints
• Metal fabrication skills, including welding, shearing, sawing, grinding, and cutting
• Knowledge of 3D printing materials (PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon, etc.) and experience operating a variety of printers, including Prusa, Bambulab, Markforged, and TITAN
• Educational or professional experience in 3D visualization (product design, gaming, advertising, or film) with a creative eye for lighting, materials, renderings, and animations

MANUFACTURING

BETA Technologies is seeking versatile and capable interns to support various teams' manufacturing needs, including but not limited to Program Management, Structures, Battery, Final Assembly Line (FAL), Motor, Composites, Subsystems, and Machine Shop. BETA is looking for intern candidates who have demonstrated experience in one or more of the following:

• Supported tooling development and implementation to enhance manufacturing processes
• Mechanical design, electrical drawings, 3D printing, prototyping, and fabrication
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks or CATIA preferred) for creating and modifying detailed design models
• Proficiency in using hand tools, shop machinery, and interpreting blueprints
• Demonstrated experience in developing standard work Instructions and process documentation to support production certification efforts
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Manufacturing experience from previous educational or co-op programs

BUSINESS & OPERATIONS

As BETA continues to grow, so do our opportunities in fields outside of Engineering. Please select this focus area if you are interested in opportunities in any of the following teams: Charge Network, Finance, Human Resources, Public Affairs, Facilities, Fleet Maintenance, Supply Chain, or Information Security. Please speak to any relevant experience in your supplemental cover letter.

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