Structures Engineering 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
As a Structures Engineering Intern at Varda, you will work on designing, building, and testing mechanical elements for spacecraft and ground support equipment. Your role will involve generating CAD models, engineering drawings, and engaging in hands-on hardware development. This internship offers a collaborative startup environment where you can learn from experienced aerospace professionals while contributing to impactful 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
- Pursuing a bachelor's or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Physics, or similar engineering degrees
- Demonstrated ability to tackle and solve engineering challenges with involvement on technical projects
- Desire to make your mark in a technically complex and fast-moving environment
Nice to have
- Experience with CAD software (Siemens NX)
- Experience with finite element analysis (Femap w/ NASTRAN)
- Experience with machining using basic equipment such as a mill or lathe
- Experience with Python or other engineering programming languages
- Familiarity with GD&T concepts
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
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
Worth weighing
- Internship is full-time and on-site in El Segundo, CA
- Candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program
- No mention of remote work options
- The internship is in a startup environment, which may involve a fast-paced and dynamic work culture
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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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