DFX Engineering Intern

Meta; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Meta Reality Labs in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a DFX Engineering Intern for a 12-week program. You will own a scoped manufacturing engineering project with direct mentorship from a DFX engineer, collaborating with Hardware, Quality, Test, and external manufacturing partners to move a product from design to production.

The role emphasizes developing manufacturing assembly processes, fixture/equipment requirements, GD&T studies, data analysis, and presenting findings to the DFX team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or has a BS/MS in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Coursework or project experience in manufacturing processes, design for manufactur­ing, or mechanical design
• Exposure to GD&T and tolerance analysis fundamentals
• Experience with a 3D CAD (NX, Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA)

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing manufacturing assembly processes, fixtures, and equipment requirements
• Contribute to fixture and line qualification activities
• Perform tolerance analysis and GD&T-based studies on assemblies and part-level drawings under mentor guidance
• Collect and analyze process data (yield, cycle time, failure modes) and contribute to failure analysis reports
• Investigate a new or improved manufacturing process to improve product quality or production efficiency
• Present project findings and recommendations to the DFX team and cross-functional partners at internship end

Skills

GD&T tolerance analysis

Manufacturing data analysis

Precision assembly/inspection exposure

Coursework in manufacturing processes

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

NX

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

Reality Labs is at the forefront of developing innovative hardware that redefines how people experience the world. The Design For Excellence (DFX) team is a critical pillar of this mission, ensuring our cutting-edge devices are not only revolutionary in function but manufacturable at scale with the highest standards of quality, cost-efficiency, and reliability. As a DFX Engineering Intern, you will own a scoped manufacturing engineering project with direct mentorship from a DFX engineer. You'll get hands-on exposure to how a product moves from design intent to production reality — working alongside Hardware Engineering, Quality, Test Engineering, and our external manufacturing partners. This is a 12-week internship.

DFX Engineering Intern Responsibilities

• Assist in developing manufacturing assembly processes, fixtures, and equipment requirements
• contribute to fixture and line qualification activities.
• Perform tolerance analysis and GD&T-based studies on assemblies and part-level drawings under the guidance of your mentor.
• Collect and analyze process data (yield, cycle time, failure modes) and contribute to failure analysis and lessons-learned reports.
• Investigate a new or improved manufacturing process, applying theoretical and practical engineering knowledge to improve product quality or production efficiency.
• Present your project findings and recommendations to the DFX team and cross-functional partners at the end of the internship.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently has, or is in the process of obtaining a BS or MS in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• Coursework or project experience in manufacturing processes, design for manufacturing, or mechanical design
• Exposure to GD&T and tolerance analysis fundamentals
• Experience with a 3D CAD (NX, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internship or co-op in manufacturing, NPI, or product development
• Experience with data analysis or scripting applied to process or test data
• Familiarity with precision assembly, inspection, or automation equipment
• Exposure to adhesives, hot bar, or laser soldering/jetting processes
• Interest or coursework in AI-driven manufacturing or Smart Factory initiatives

About Meta

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at [e-mail].

$6,688/month to $11,880/month + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.