Mechanical Engineer Intern (Spring 2027)

The role

Mechanical interns develop concepts, design parts using CAD, and build prototypes to solve system problems. You will design and run electro-mechanical testers and root cause failures to improve system reliability.

What you will do

• Develop concepts and evaluate tradeoffs based on engineering requirements
• Use 2D and 3D CAD tools to design parts and assemblies
• Design, build, and test prototypes
• Work cross-functionally with other teams and suppliers to review designs
• Design, build, and run electro-mechanical testers
• Evaluate designs and components at material, element, and integrated product levels
• Root cause failures and develop tests to replicate failure modes
• Document work and key decisions

Required qualifications

• Completed at least the second year of Undergraduate studies or be a Masters or PhD student
• Solid mechanical engineering fundamentals for structural analysis, sizing parts, and integrating components
• Automation experience from working with actuators and Raspberry Pi or similar
• Well versed in CAD and have designed multiple projects with it
• Worked on complex projects requiring mechanical, electrical, and software design
• Ability to anticipate, plan and schedule own work
• Robust experience designing and actually building multiple mechanical systems outside of the classroom

Benefits

• Relocation support
• Housing stipend
• Overtime pay
• Paid sick time

Before you apply

• Candidates are limited to three applications within a 30-day period

About the company

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced drone delivery service. They design, build, and operate an autonomous logistics system to deliver food, medicine, and essential goods.