Composite Materials & Process Intern

Joby Aircraft Intern

Working as a Composites M&P intern, you will support the materials qualification effort leading to the development, certification, and production of eVTOL aircraft. We expect interns to take some level of ownership but will provide support and guidance to allow them to grow and be successful in a fast-paced, engineering focused environment. We are looking for an intern for our M&P lab located in Marina, CA.

Responsibilities include:

• Fabricate composite laminate and bonded panels following detailed instructions
• Use various calibrated dimensional inspection tools (calipers, scales, micrometers, etc.)
• Interpret and work to ASTM, SACMA, and MIL-SPEC standards for material characterization and development tests
• Learn to operate electromechanical test frames, test fixturing, thermal test chambers, environmental conditioning chambers, and relevant software
• Measure and record specimen dimension data using dimensional inspection equipment before testing
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace
• Follow all Joby safety procedures, including OSHA regulations

Required qualifications include:

• High School diploma or equivalent (an Associates degree or equivalent trade certification in composites is a plus)
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Interest in engineering and eVTOLs
• Strong math skills and knowledge of engineering documentation and drawings
• Ability to operate inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, height-gauges, microscopes, scales)
• Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn and collaborate
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs. unassisted and stand at a workstation for extended periods (over 4 hours), excluding meals and breaks
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and general computer skills

Additional information:

Relocation assistance is not offered. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $20-$31/hr. The pay range for graduate interns with a Bachelor, Master, and/or Ph.D. degree is $5,550-$7,800/month. Individual pay is determined by internship role, department, experience, job-related skills, and level of education.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.