Systems Test Engineer Intern (summer 2026)

Joby Intern Position

The Testing Team is seeking an intern to assist in performing structural, environmental, and functional testing of flight-critical components and systems for our eVTOL aircraft. This person will work closely with other engineers on the team to provide hands-on support with various testing projects. We expect our interns to take on a lot of ownership but will provide support and guidance to allow them to grow and be successful in a fast-paced, engineering-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Test Engineers in test preparation, execution, and reporting on various sub-system test venues
• Work with Test Engineers in designing, assembling and preparing test rigs for execution
• Design and analyze mechanical test and support equipment under the supervision of a team peer using CAD based tools (if relevant to education background)
• Design and analyze electrical/electronic test and support equipment under the supervision of a team peer using computer-based tools such as Altium (if relevant to education background)
• Generate engineering drawings and support equipment fabrication.
• Manage small projects from conception to completion

This internship is based in Santa Cruz, CA, and may require travel to other locations in Marina, CA, or San Carlos, CA.

Required:

• Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant discipline
• Currently at junior level or above
• Must be able to work for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and onsite at our Santa Cruz, CA facility
• Experience or course work in any of the following; Mechanical or Aerospace Design, Electro-Mechanical Systems, Thermal Systems, Electrical/Power Engineering, or Machine Control (PLCs, robotics)
• Knowledge of design practices, materials, and basic analysis with relevant coursework

Desired:

• Prior relevant intern or co-op experience
• Project work, or hobbies, showing some hands-on attitude and creativity, and application of engineering knowledge. This can also be from prior internships or clubs, etc.
• A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to listen and learn effectively. Enthusiasm, passion, proactivity, and genuine excitement surround the role and company.

Pay Range:

The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $22.00 - $31.00/hour. The pay range for graduate interns with a Bachelor, Master, and/or Ph.D. degree is $5,550-$7,800/month.

Relocation Assistance: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.