Mechanical Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

The Role

We’re looking for a stellar Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our team for a 3 month internship. Working closely with our engineers, you will help develop complex structures and mechanisms for some of the largest and highest power satellites ever flown. In these projects you will apply your university knowledge to help develop space hardware in a professional setting. K2 Space is a highly collaborative environment and our interns will be encouraged to work with mentors and other team members to execute complex projects while maintaining a significant level of ownership and autonomy.

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, test, and build mechanical systems and structures

Own and execute on a project that significantly impacts K2’s mission with the support of a mentor

Use hand calculations, computational methods, and development tests to understand the physics behind your work

Engage with a cross-functional team to perform hardware trades relevant to your project

Solve real aerospace challenges by applying your knowledge from both inside and outside the classroom

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical, aerospace, or other relevant engineering discipline

6+ months of experience applying technical engineering skills outside of the university classroom setting (eg: laboratory, research, extracurricular project teams, volunteering, personal projects or prior internship/work experience)

Additional Requirements

Available for a minimum 12-week internship in person at our HQ in Torrance

Nice to Have

Ability to work well in an integrated collaborative team environment, including frequent interactions with technicians, engineers, and managers

Experience with CAD software packages (experience can be in a professional, academic, entrepreneurial, or hobby setting)

Understanding of free-body diagrams, statics, and/or basic mechanics of materials

Experience working with mechanical hardware or systems within an integrated engineering team outside a classroom setting (High Power Rocketry, CubeSats, Robotics Competitions, Formula SAE and Baja SAE, Engineers without Borders, Design-Build-Fly, NASA student launch, personal entrepreneurial ventures, etc.)

Compensation

Hourly pay range for this non-exempt role is $30 - $40 per hour

Hourly rate will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level

Housing and travel stipend may also be available