Shield AI

2026 Summer Intern - Hardware Test, Mechanical Engineering (R4067)

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Dallas, TX

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Internship

Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Machine Learning • Robotics • Software

Our mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems.

The Role

Interns will work on the Hardware Test Engineering team, focusing on mechanical designs and collaborating on projects. Responsibilities include designing fixtures, using measurement equipment, and supporting mechanical integrations.

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Job Description:

Our 2025 Summer Internship program is a wonderful opportunity for rising 2026 graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission-driven culture. Our 10-week paid internship program will provide you with hands-on mentorship, an opportunity to make a real contribution to our company through your internship project, and the potential for a full-time offer at the end.

Interns will join our Hardware Test Engineering team, with opportunities across Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering. You’ll collaborate across disciplines, gain exposure to cutting-edge aerospace technology, and build systems that enable reliable testing of our products.

What you'll do:

Design and build mechanical fixtures, mounts, and enclosures for test stands.
Work with precision measurement equipment and mechanical subsystems.
Support prototyping, fabrication, and integration of mechanical designs.
Assist in design reviews and document test stand build processes.
Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications:

You are an undergraduate, graduate, or PhD student expected to graduate in December 2025 or Spring 2026.
Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to your discipline.
Experience with hands-on technical work in a lab, production, or project setting.
Demonstrated history of taking ownership of projects and delivering results.
Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
Hands-on experience with machining, 3D printing, or fabrication.
Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.

Intern Program Dates:

June 1st - Aug 7th

June 22nd - Aug 28th

*You MUST be available to start on EITHER June 1st or June 22nd.

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The Company

HQ: Port Melbourne, Victoria

0 Employees

Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.

Why Work With Us

What makes Shield AI special is our people. We unlock the power of autonomy, and in the face of overwhelming odds and challenges, we find ways to win and make a difference for our customers. We bring together software, AI, and aerospace engineering disciplines to deploy the most intelligent aviation capabilities in the world.