Hands-On Mechanical Engineering Intern — CAD & Prototyping

AV; Maryland; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

AeroVironment offers a Summer Internship Program designed to immerse students in the aerospace field, giving hands-on experience with cutting‑edge technology and meaningful projects. Interns will work closely with AV teams across the U.S.

to simulate a full‑time role and develop problem-solving skills. The program is selective, includes opportunities to contribute to design reviews, fabrication, and testing, and emphasizes teamwork, communication, and strong technical foundations in mechanical

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic experience with 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with mechanical components such as machined parts, sheet metal, plastic parts, or composite materials.
• Exposure to hands‑on prototyping, lab testing, or mechanical assembly through academic or personal projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of mechanical components and systems, including airframes, payload enclosures, ground equipment, launch systems, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Support simulation and analysis tasks using tools like SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS
• Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing using in-house tools and rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing)
• Help generate technical drawings and bills of materials in accordance with industry drafting standards
• Collaborate with engineers to support design reviews, testing activities, and integration of mechanical systems
• Contribute to documentation and reporting of design progress and test results
• Learn and assist in configuration control and engineering change processes
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support ongoing development efforts

Skills

3D CAD software (SolidWorks)

Hands-on prototyping

Strong communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS

EPDM

Job description

AeroVironment offers a Summer Internship Program designed to immerse students in the aerospace field, giving hands-on experience with cutting‑edge technology and meaningful projects. Interns will work closely with AV teams across the U.S.

to simulate a full‑time role and develop problem-solving skills. The program is selective, includes opportunities to contribute to design reviews, fabrication, and testing, and emphasizes teamwork, communication, and strong technical foundations in mechanical