Mechanical Engineer Intern (Aerospace) - Summer 2027

Sensata Technologies; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 88,166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid holidays

Sick time

Medical insurance

Job summary

Sensata Technologies offers an internship program in Thousand Oaks, CA where students work on real engineering projects, receive feedback from peers and managers, and participate in Lunch and Learn sessions. Interns gain exposure to design, testing, and data analysis while contributing to high-volume production support.

The program emphasizes applying core engineering concepts, teamwork, and proactive problem solving, with hourly pay based on year in school and graduate status.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree (B.S., M.Eng., or M.S.).
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. and ITAR/EAR compliance is required.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build, test and debug prototype samples.
• Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high-volume production lines.
• Create engineering prints and specifications.
• Apply statistical methods to data analysis.
• Interface with customers on key design issues.

Skills

Engineering concepts

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Internship Overview

Sensata Interns have the unique opportunity to work on a technical project in one of our engineering divisions. Throughout the internship experience, you will receive direct feedback from peers and managers, engage with other interns in the program, and will have multiple learning opportunities through Lunch and Learn presentations and training courses. Our Intern Program is inclusive to all our US sites and is designed to give each intern a concentrated view of what it is like to be an engineer at Sensata. Internship projects vary from year to year and are based on current business needs at the time of the internship. Specific details will be provided prior to your start date, but all projects are technical and require a sound understanding of engineering principles.

Possible Responsibilities

• Build, test and debug prototype samples.
• Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines.
• Create engineering prints and specifications.
• Apply statistical methods to data analysis.
• Interface with customers on key design issues.
• Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines.
• Performing design verification on original and/or derivative ideas using diagnostic and experimental methods.
• Determines design approaches and parameters.
• Evaluate equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results.

Successful Candidates Will Be Able To

• Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
• Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
• Take initiative and think creatively
• Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
• Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader

Requirements

• Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
• U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident status is required for this position
• This position requires eligibility to obtain authorization under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Non-US Persons, as defined in the ITAR and EAR, may not be eligible to obtain authorization.

Pay & Benefits

• Engineering/IT Intern Hourly Rates Sophomore Graduating 2030: $25.00
• Junior Graduating 2029: $27.00
• Senior Graduating 2028: $29.00
• Graduate Students: $32.00
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In addition to the competitive hourly rates offered, all interns receive a sign-on bonus.

Interns at Sensata Technologies are eligible to participate in benefits including paid holidays, sick time, and medical insurance.

Company Culture

At Sensata, our employees are the key to our success and growth.

Sensing is what we do. In fact, our name Sensata comes from the Latin word sensate for ‘those gifted with sense’.

Our focus on sensing is also reflected in our logo, which spells Sensata in Braille.

Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company striving to create a safer, cleaner, more efficient and electrified world. Through its broad portfolio of mission-critical sensors, electrical protection components and sensor-rich solutions, Sensata helps its customers address increasingly complex engineering and operating performance requirements.

With more than 18,000 employees and global operations in 13 countries, Sensata serves customers in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial, and aerospace markets.

SmarterTogether Collaborating at Sensata means working with some of the world’s most talented people in an enriching environment that is constantly pushing towards the next best thing.

Employees work across functions, countries and cultures gaining new perspectives through mutual respect and open communication.

As OneSensata, we are working together to make things work together.

EEO & Diversity Statements

Sensata Technologies, Inc. (US) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Diversity Statement We are dedicated to ensuring our employees feel a sense of belonging and respect every day. We believe that every individual has unique insights that others can learn from. Working at Sensata means you can bring your whole self to the table. Our goal is to achieve fair representation of women, minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and all types of diversity among all levels in our organization.