Hardware Design Intern: Build & Test Sensor Systems

RiverPark Ventures; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyvl in Boston/Somerville is seeking a Hardware Summer Engineering Intern to work directly on our sensor stack used by cities across the country. You will collaborate with engineering and product teams and gain hands-on experience in hardware design, testing, and rapid prototyping.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in robotics or EE/ME, have CAD skills in SolidWorks or Onshape, and are excited to learn. This in-person internship offers mentorship and real project impact.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• 3D CAD fluency; SolidWorks preferred, Onshape also acceptable.
• Ability to develop and execute tests including fixtures, test plans, and simple scripts.
• Excitement to learn new technologies and apply them quickly.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
• Able to work in person at our Somerville, MA office.

Responsibilities

• Design and iterate sensor mounts and enclosures in CAD, from sketch to printed parts you can hold.
• Develop and execute tests; design fixtures, write test plans/reports, and automate testing with scripts (Python, Bash).
• Work closely with engineers who will mentor you with regular pairing and feedback.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Eagerness to learn

In-person work

Education

Pursuing degree in Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Onshape

Python

Bash

Job description

Cyvl in Boston/Somerville is seeking a Hardware Summer Engineering Intern to work directly on our sensor stack used by cities across the country. You will collaborate with engineering and product teams and gain hands-on experience in hardware design, testing, and rapid prototyping.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in robotics or EE/ME, have CAD skills in SolidWorks or Onshape, and are excited to learn. This in-person internship offers mentorship and real project impact.