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Mechanical Engineering Summer Intern - job 1 of 2

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At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering intern to join our team. The goal of an Mechanical Engineering intern at Wisk is to deliver hands-on technical job training to an individual pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. You will be part of the Mechanical Engineering team that support many different Integrated Product Teams.

Why we need you:

With that vision in mind, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineering intern to join our Mechanical Engineering team. The goal of the Mechanical Engineering intern at Wisk is to assist in building the first fully autonomous all-electric aircraft that performs and operates safely in an urban air-mobility environment.
The successful candidate is highly motivated, and results driven. Using strong understanding of first principles to mature designs. You will be working in a fast paced environment with the focus of developing the future of electric aviation.

What you will do:

Design and analyze mechanical structure
Create 3D CAD models using NX
Create and release 2D mechanical design drawings
Collaborate with senior mechanical design engineers

What you have done:

Juniors and Seniors pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering, Physics, or equivalent
Strong understanding of Mechanical Engineering fundamentals
Proficiency with CAD software, Siemens NX preferred)

Desired:

You are familiar with Energy Storage System (batteries) , electric motors, and actuation

Who you are:

You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and never afraid of facing complex technical challenges
You are a solution oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communications to suit the audience
You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
You embrace challenges and take commitments and deliver results within reasonable expectations
You are a positive team player

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Must live in the US at both the time of application AND at the time the internship begins
Must be either a rising Junior, Senior or Graduate student in college
Must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0, transcripts are required
Must be an enrolled student at both the time of application AND at the time the internship begins
Must be able to work 40 hours a week for 12 weeks (full-time 3 months)
Must be able to work pacific standard time (PST)

We are headquartered in Mountain View, CA, and have a satellite office in Atlanta, GA. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision (company pays 100% of employee premium), and flexible time off. On top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as employee referral bonus, commuter assistance, charitable giving match, and many more.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.

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Our mission is to deliver safe, all-electric, autonomous, everyday flight for everyone. With more than 12+ years of experience and over 1500+ successful test flights, we're shaping the future of mobility to make it possible for you to spend less t...

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SENIORITY LEVEL REQUIREMENT

Early

INDUSTRY

Aerospace & Defense

TEAM SIZE

201-500

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Mountain View, CA

DATE POSTED

March 28, 2023