2026 Summer Internship - Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

VAST
Any Location, CA
Category Engineering
Job Description
Vast is contributing to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space without the adverse effects of zero-gravity.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other related engineering discipline
  • Ability to work full-time onsite in Long Beach, CA or Hawthorne, CA
  • Application of technical skills outside of the classroom (examples include: extracurricular projects, volunteering, personal projects, laboratory research, or prior internship/work experience)
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for 3D modeling and simulation
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong engineering problem solving capabilities
  • Basic knowledge of engineering and equipment
  • Prior knowledge of analysis tools
  • Ability to collaborate across different teams
  • Self-directed with a positive attitude and team spirit

Benefits

  • 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
  • Flexible paid time off for exempt staff and up to 10 days of vacation for non-exempt staff
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
  • One Medical membership
  • ClassPass credits
  • Personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health
  • Other discounts and perks
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