2026 Fall Internship - Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Design and build space hardware and software.
• Solve challenging real-world engineering problems across various teams.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master’s degree program from an accredited college or university in manufacturing engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or other related engineering discipline.
• Ability to work full-time onsite in Long Beach, CA.

Qualifications

• Application of technical skills outside of the classroom (examples include: extracurricular projects, volunteering, personal projects, laboratory research, or prior internship/work experience).
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for 3D modeling and simulation.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong engineering problem solving capabilities.
• Basic knowledge of engineering and equipment.
• Working knowledge of analysis tools.
• Ability to collaborate across different teams.
• Self-directed with a positive attitude and team spirit.

Skills

• Experience in the following engineering disciplines: Tooling.

Benefits

• Base salary will vary depending on job-related knowledge, education, skills, experience, business needs, and market demand.
• Comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous paid time off, up to 20+ days of vacation for exempt staff and up to 10+ days of vacation for non-exempt staff with the ability to cash-out unused vacation annually, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, ClassPass credits, personalized mental healthcare through Spring Health, and other discounts and perks.
• Exceptional food perks, with snacks, drip coffee & onsite barista, cold drinks, and dinner meals remaining free of charge, and lunch subsidized as part of Vast’s ongoing commitment to providing high-quality meals for employees.

Pay

• Engineering Intern, Undergraduate: $35/hr
• Engineering Intern, Master's: $40/hr

Schedule

• 12 week internship at our office in Long Beach, CA.

Pay Range

California $35—$40 USD

Equal Opportunity

Vast is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vast is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.