Anduril Industries
2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern
About this role
Anduril Industries seeks mechanical engineering interns for a 12-week paid summer 2027 internship at multiple U.S. locations. Interns will design and build prototypes, conduct failure analysis, execute hardware testing, and support the transition of projects to production for an advanced defense technology company.
What you'll do
- Design and build prototypes while analyzing failures and production transitions
- Conduct design reviews and present technical analyses to team members
- Execute hardware test plans and visit vendor facilities as needed
- Apply first principles physics to engineering decisions
- Travel to test sites and vendor locations as required
What they're looking for
- CAD proficiency (any platform)
- Engineering drawing creation to industry standards
- Hands-on fabrication and machining skills
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles
- FEA and/or CFD analysis tools
- Electrical component integration (motors, sensors, controllers)
- NX/Teamcenter or Solidworks experience
- 3D printing, sheet metal, or injection molding knowledge
Benefits
- Paid 12-week internship
- In-person role with multiple office location options
- Competitive compensation ($30-$45 hourly range)
- Comprehensive benefits package available
- Exposure to cutting-edge defense technology and AI systems
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Anduril Industries
Anduril Industries builds autonomous defense systems including underwater vehicles, unmanned aircraft, and electronic warfare platforms for the Department of Defense. The company is hiring across mechanical engineering, mission operations, software development, technical leadership, and advanced manufacturing roles to support the design, deployment, and production of these mission-critical systems.
- Website
- anduril.com
Likely interview questions
- Tell us about a collegiate project team or lab experience where you designed and built a prototype. What was your role, and how did you use first principles physics to guide your design decisions?
- Walk us through your experience with CAD software. Which platforms have you used, and can you describe a project where you created engineering drawings that met industry standards?