Aerodynamics & Analysis Engineering Internship - Summer 2027
About The Position
Summer internships will range between the months of May and August. All dates dependent upon the university schedule of the selected students. Internships are full-time and on-site in Los Angeles, CA. To be considered for this internship, candidates must be actively enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program. The aerodynamic department is responsible for all aerodynamic and aero-heating analysis for all our flight vehicles in all flight regimes. Varda already has a flight-proven vehicle; however, this summer we will work on extending our vehicle payload capabilities for commercial customers and flight test capabilities for hypersonic testbed customers. The occupant of this role will contribute by running simulations and supporting wind tunnel activities that would help improve the capabilities of Varda vehicles! Internships at Varda are optimal for students looking to grow technically and professionally while working on impactful projects critical to the company’s success. You will be working on a collaborative team in a startup environment while being able to learn from some of most accomplished and experienced aerospace professionals in the world. We’re dedicated to providing an experience that will let your decisions and contributions help drive Varda’s success.
Requirements
- Coursework in: Compressible Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Numerical Methods
- Programming in Python and/or MATLAB
- Experience with: Running CFD tools
- Using Linux-based systems
- Programming in Python and/or MATLAB
Nice To Haves
- Currently pursuing or completed a Master’s degree in Aerodynamics or Numerical Methods
- Experience running CFD or DSMC
- Familiar with Tecplot and Pointwise
- Some graduate school experience in aerodynamics or fluid mechanics
- Some past experience on an aerodynamics or fluid mechanics project or club
Responsibilities
- Run Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to analyze vehicle performance
- Support wind tunnel testing campaigns and post-processing of data
- Collaborate with engineers to assess aerodynamic loads and thermal environments
- Contribute to vehicle design improvements based on simulation and test data
Benefits
- 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 with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
- Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
- Up to $4,000 gross up in relocation support, if eligible
- Up to $850 commute credit through Lyft or car rental reimbursement, if eligible
- Fully stocked kitchen with lunch provided daily and dinner provided twice weekly
- Company and team-bonding events, happy hours and mission-success celebrations
- Complimentary EV charging
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
