Mechanisms & Payload Internship - Spring 2027
Varda Space Industries · El Segundo, California, United States
Posted about 3 months ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 76 days Varda Space Industries's roles stay open a median of 81 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 81% of Varda Space Industries's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Varda Space Industries
- high 85 stale, 0 reposted of 86 open
- Hiring momentum
- 215 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Varda Space Industries's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Varda Space Industries.
About this role
The Mechanisms & Payload Internship at Varda involves working on the design, building, testing, and operation of in-space manufacturing and reentry testbed payloads. Interns will apply their skills in programming, mechatronics, and hardware development while collaborating with experts across various technical disciplines. This role is ideal for students looking to gain hands-on experience in a startup environment focused on innovative aerospace projects.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Varda Space Industries as an employer.
What you need
- Experience with mechanical CAD (NX preferred)
- Experience designing, building, and/or operating electromechanical hardware (motors, sensors, linkages, gearboxes, solenoids, etc.)
- Basic programming skills in at least one language (python preferred)
- Comfort using common hand tools and interest in learning how to use machine tools to fabricate parts (e.g., drill press, lathe, mill, etc.)
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering (or similar engineering degrees)
Nice to have
- Previous internship or co-op experience
- Previous experience on technical project teams (i.e. Rocket club, formula SAE, etc.)
What you get
- Hourly Rate: $33.00
- Housing stipend for interns relocating to the area
- Commuter benefit to support local transportation
- Paid observed holidays
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
Worth weighing
- Internship is full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, CA
- Projects may be tailored to company needs and student skillsets closer to the start date
- No specific mention of long-term career opportunities or advancement post-internship
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Listed by Varda Space Industries on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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