2027 Mechanical Engineering Intern

Telemetry Today LLC; Folsom (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Voyager Technologies invites ambitious undergrads to join a 10-week Mechanical Engineering internship from June 7, 2027 to August 13, 2027. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with mentorship and professional development.

As an intern, you’ll support mechanical design, development, analysis, testing, and documentation, at one of several CA locations, gaining hands-on experience on real projects with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanical engineering and design methods.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks or CAD software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical design, development, and analysis activities.
• Support development and documentation of mechanical models and drawings.
• Help define and track engineering requirements.
• Participate in trade studies to evaluate design concepts.
• Assist with testing approaches, fixtures, and tooling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering and operations.
• Document mechanical interfaces and communicate information across teams.
• Identify opportunities for design and process improvements.
• Complete assigned projects within established timelines.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Undergraduate student in Mechanical/Aerospace/Systems Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person,forge the future with Voyager.

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Job Summary:

We are seeking highly motivated emerging talent to participate in a10-week immersive internship program from June 7, 2027, to August 13, 2027. This program offers university students hands-on experience through project-based work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Throughout the program, Interns will have exposure to mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities.

The Mechanical Engineer intern will support Voyager Technologies at one of the following locations:

• Folsom, CA
• Long Beach, CA
• Pittsburgh, PA

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support the engineering team with a variety of activities related to mechanical design, development, analysis, testing, and documentation. The intern will have the opportunity to apply engineering principles to real-world projects while collaborating with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Assist with mechanical design, development, and analysis activities for assigned projects.
• Support the development, review, and documentation of mechanical models, drawings, specifications, and other engineering artifacts.
• Assist with defining, documenting, and tracking engineering requirements.
• Participate in trade studies and evaluation of design concepts to support engineering decisions.
• Support the development of test approaches, fixtures, tooling, and other hardware or processes needed for engineering activities.
• Participate in testing and evaluation activities as appropriate, including collecting, analyzing, and presenting engineering data.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams as needed.
• Assist with documenting mechanical interfaces and communicating technical information across teams.
• Contribute to identifying opportunities for design, process, and operational improvements.
• Participate in engineering reviews, team meetings, training sessions, and other learning opportunities.
• Complete assigned projects and deliverables accurately and within established timelines.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university, preferably pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles and design methodology.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new engineering tools, processes, and methodologies.
• Familiarity with mechanical design or CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) preferred.
• Ability to travel for in-person orientation and program kickoff, as well as for the final presentation at program completion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, coursework, academic project, or other relevant experience related to mechanical engineering.
• Experience with CAD, mechanical design, engineering analysis, prototyping, testing, or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, technical documentation, or requirements.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory, fabrication, testing, or other engineering activities.

Hourly Pay Range: $23.50-$30.00 per hour

*Hourly rate determined by academic year, college major, line of business, geography

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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