Electrical Engineering Intern (Fall)

Auriga Space; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Auriga Space in Los Angeles is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our hands-on lab team, testing and validating components and subsystems across electrical, mechanical, and software domains. You will set up experiments, collect data, and interpret results in a fast-paced startup environment, collaborating with a small high-performing team pushing next-generation launch technology.

This internship emphasizes practical learning, mentorship, and real contribution to system integration

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated with a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering.
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, lab work, or team/personal projects).
• Familiarity with standard lab tools and instrumentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized, methodical, and attentive to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in testing and validation of components and subsystems in lab environments.
• Set up experiments, gather data, and interpret results.
• Contribute to system integration efforts across electrical, mechanical, and software domains.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

At Auriga, we're building the future of defense and space transportation. Our electromagnetic launch systems replace traditional rocket motors with reusable, electrically powered technology capable of accelerating payloads to extreme speeds. From hypersonic testing and missile defense to responsive space access, we're solving some of the hardest engineering challenges facing national security today. If you're excited by ambitious missions, rapid innovation, hands-on development, and the opportunity to build technology that has never existed before, we'd love to hear from you.

Role Summary:

We are seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our growing team and assist in the testing and validation of components and subsystems. The individual will be working hands-on in the lab, including setting up experiments, gathering data, and interpreting results, and will be contributing to system integration efforts across electrical, mechanical, and software domains.The ideal candidate thrives in a start-up environment and is excited to work hands-on with a small, high-performing team pushing the boundaries of next-generation launch technology.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's program in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ months of applied engineering experience (internship, lab work, or team/personal projects)
• Familiarity with standard lab tools and instrumentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized, methodical, and attentive to detail
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams (e.g., electrical, mechanical, software)
• Background in fast-paced environments like startups, labs, or hackathons
• Passion for space technologies, advanced defense systems, or rapid prototyping
• Familiarity with electromagnetic systems, high-voltage circuits, or power electronics is a plus
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. More details on ITAR are available on the U.S. Department of State's Directorate of Defense Trade Controls website.

Auriga provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Auriga, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.