- Personal robotics, mechanical, mechatronics, or product-design projects outside of coursework.
- Previous hardware, mechanical engineering, robotics, manufacturing, or product development internship experience.
- Experience designing components for CNC machining, sheet metal, injection molding, 3D printing, or other manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles and tolerance analysis.
- Experience with mechanical testing, fixture design, reliability testing, or failure analysis.
- Experience working with motors, sensors, actuators, electromechanical assemblies, or mobile robots.
- Familiarity with basic electronics, wiring, or hardware/software integration.
- Experience with FEA or other mechanical simulation tools.
- Experience working on a robotics team, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, research lab, competition team, or similar hands-on engineering organization.
- Experience using AI-assisted engineering or design tools and the ability to thoughtfully validate generated output.
Internship Program Structure Interns join Simbe as part of a structured cohort and work full time from our Burlingame, California headquarters.
Each intern will have
- A defined technical project aligned with current team priorities
- A hiring manager responsible for project scope, performance, and feedback
- A dedicated mentor separate from the hiring manager
- Structured midpoint feedback
- Regular opportunities to collaborate with and learn from Simbe engineers
- A final project presentation at the end of the internship
We do not believe in creating busywork for interns. Your project will be selected closer to your start date based on active team priorities so that you can contribute to meaningful work alongside our full-time engineering team.
Simbe Values: R. E. T. A. I. L.
Result Driven – We are customer-centric and results-driven. We strive to create immense value for our team, partners, customers, and investors.
Empathetic – We are sensitive and mindful. We support each other in challenging times, both professionally and personally.
Transparent – We value open communication internally, and with our partners and customers. We are receptive to feedback.
Agile – We are eager to learn and adapt quickly to changes and customer needs.
Innovative – We are bold and innovative, with an intense focus on product design, user experience, and customer value.
Leaders – We strive for excellence. We are accountable, the best at what we do, and leaders in our field.