Offered through the Students + Startups internship program
Vroom Power is working to advance power independence and resilience by making solar energy easier, smarter, and more affordable through its Solar-Direct technology. The team is developing next-generation energy hardware for a variety of real-world applications.
Explore the mechanical design and development behind emerging solar energy technology. This internship offers opportunities to support Vroom Power’s hardware projects and learn about the intersection of mechanical design and energy systems. Projects may vary based on company priorities, available resources, and the intern’s skills and interests.
Depending on project needs, you may:
Assist with CAD modeling, component design, or assembly concepts.
Explore materials, thermal management, durability, or portability considerations.
Help prepare technical drawings and design documentation.
Support prototyping activities or review testing feedback.
Collaborate with team members on integrating mechanical and electrical components.
Fabrication and physical testing activities may depend on equipment access and appropriate supervision.
Students studying mechanical engineering, engineering technology, or related fields are encouraged to apply. An interest in product development, familiarity with basic design concepts, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving are helpful. CAD experience through coursework or student projects is welcome.
Program: Offered through the Students + Startups internship program.
Duration: 10 weeks, from May 31 to August 6, 2027.
Work schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
Orientation: Mandatory attendance on May 26–28, 2027.
Compensation: Students receive a $6,000 stipend for the summer, disbursed in three installments.
Housing: Applications for housing will be accepted once an internship has been secured.
Location: Remote, with minimal local supervision in San Antonio. Vroom Power’s headquarters is in Springfield, Missouri.
Program priority: Students with San Antonio roots or ties to the surrounding area will receive priority admission, per program guidelines.
Requirements
Skills Required
- Currently studying mechanical engineering, engineering technology, or a related field
- Interest in product development
- Familiarity with basic design concepts
- Collaborative approach to problem-solving
- CAD experience through coursework or student projects
What We Do
Students + Startups is a San Antonio-based nonprofit 10-week summer internship program. It connects students and recent graduates with innovative startups, small businesses, and mission-driven nonprofits, matching participants’ interests and abilities with career-advancing roles. The program supports interns through mentorship, professional development, networking, and community engagement while helping local organizations access vetted emerging talent in San Antonio’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
