Internship, Electrical Engineering (Summer 2027)

Pivotal; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Pivotal invites student engineers to contribute to the development of our eVTOL hardware. You will assist with schematic design, PCB layout, and hardware bring-up while supporting testing and validation of electronic circuits and systems.

You’ll collaborate with firmware and mechanical teams to ensure seamless integration and data-driven verification of design performance. The role emphasizes hands-on learning, rapid iteration, and documentation of test results and design changes, all while

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or similar from an accredited university.
• Interest in the eVTOL industry and personal flight.
• Ability to learn quickly and multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Able to work onsite in Palo Alto, CA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in schematic design, PCB layout, and hardware bring-up.
• Support testing, debugging, and validation of electronic circuits and systems.
• Collaborate with firmware and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Conduct data collection and analysis to verify design performance.
• Document test results, revisions, and design improvements.

Skills

Strong verbal and written comms

Organization

Leadership

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or similar

Job description

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly aircraft the world's first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal aircraft are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been flying for over 10 years. Last year we announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, which is rapidly progressing toward general release and scalable production in 2026.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of modern technology investments. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. If you are ready for adventure, we invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

Responsibilities

• Assist in schematic design, PCB layout, and hardware bring-up.
• Support testing, debugging, and validation of electronic circuits and systems.
• Collaborate with firmware and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Conduct data collection and analysis to verify design performance.
• Document test results, revisions, and design improvements.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors or Masters degree program in Electrical Engineering or similar from an accredited university
• Interest in eVTOL industry and personal flight
• Ability to learn quickly and multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Able to work onsite in Palo Alto, CA

Attributes aligned with Core Values

• Safety Above All: Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily work, identifying and mitigating risks, encouraging open dialogue about safety concerns, and continuously improving practices and protocols.
• Customer Focus: Puts customers at the center of every action by understanding their challenges, delivering meaningful value, and supporting their success.
• Work Better Together: Seeks and values diverse perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication and commitment to shared decisions.
• Be the Pilot: Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes.
• Embrace the Unknown: Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical approaches to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
• Respect for People: Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support by balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.