2026 Intern Conversion - Mechanical Engineer I
Blue Origin · Los Angeles, CA · 2 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$81k–$114k/yrFull-time
About the role
This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.
Requirements
- Successfully completed an internship with Blue Origin in 2026.
- Enrolled or recently graduating student attending a college or university.
- Able to start working full-time on or before September of 2027.
- Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, astronautical engineering, or equivalent.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
- Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.
- Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for Blue’s Mission with a strong desire to continuously learn and improve.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internship/co-op and academic project experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills relevant to the internship as well as leadership qualities.
- Hands-on project experience.
- Co-curricular engagement.
Pay
- CA applicants: $81,313.00 - $113,837.85
- CO applicants: $74,537.00 - $104,351.10
- WA applicants: $81,313.00 - $113,837.85
- VA applicants: $81,313.00 - $113,837.85
- Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Basic and supplemental life insurance.
- Paid parental leave.
- Short and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
- Education Support Program.
- Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for additional benefits and bonuses.
Background Check
- Blue’s Standard Background Check (required for all positions).
- Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check (required for certain job profiles if the role requires access to a military installation).
- Additional requirements for drivers operating Commercial Motor Vehicles (e.g., Drug and Alcohol Testing, CDL requirements if applicable, hazardous materials transportation/shipping training).
- Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential (required for certain job profiles, including pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical).
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.