SonicJobs Logo
Left arrow iconBack to search

Internship, Electrical Engineering (Summer 2026)

Pivotal
Posted 7 months ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Palo Alto, Santa Clara 94301, CA

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

By applying, a Sonicjobs account will be created for you. Sonicjobs's Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions will apply.

SonicJobs' Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy also apply.

Sonic Summary

info
  • Pivotal is seeking interns for various engineering disciplines to contribute to the development of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, specifically the BlackFly model.
  • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a bachelor's engineering degree program and have demonstrated project experience in their area of focus.
  • Interns will work on impactful summer projects and engage in engineering support activities under the guidance of a mentor.
  • The position requires strong communication and organizational skills, as well as a keen interest in the eVTOL industry and personal flight.
  • This is an unpaid internship opportunity located at Pivotal's headquarters in Palo Alto, CA, and applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States.

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

 

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in early 2025.

 

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

 

We are looking for interns in the following areas:

 

Aerospace - Mechanical

Data Analysis

Electrical

Mechanical - Mechatronics

Software, Full Stack

Software, UX/UI

Supply Chain

\n


Responsibilities
  • You will be given a project to focus on during the summer that will have a tangible impact on the BlackFly aircraft
  • You will also be given engineering support activities assigned by your mentor that may include: subsystem testing, data collection, data analysis, documentation, etc.


Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s engineering degree from an accredited program
  • Demonstrated project experience in your area of focus
  • Interest in eVTOL industry and personal flight
  • Ability to learn quickly and multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and leadership skills
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident


\n

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

 

Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.




Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site

Apply now in a few quick clicks

By applying, a Sonicjobs account will be created for you. Sonicjobs's Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions will apply.

SonicJobs' Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy also apply.