Internship, Electrical Engineering (Summer 2027)

Pivotal • Palo Alto, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Pivotal is hiring an Electrical Engineering intern for Summer 2027. The intern will support electrical engineering work for the company’s electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, including schematic design, PCB layout, hardware bring-up, and testing and validation of electronic circuits and systems. The role collaborates with firmware and mechanical teams and involves collecting and analyzing data, then documenting test results, revisions, and design improvements.

This position is onsite at Pivotal’s headquarters in Palo Alto, California. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States; the qualifications specify that candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Candidates should be currently enrolled in an accredited university’s bachelor’s or master’s program in Electrical Engineering or a similar field.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a similar field at an accredited university.
• Able to learn quickly and multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Able to work onsite in Palo Alto, California.
• Must be eligible for employment in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in the eVTOL industry and personal flight.

Responsibilities

• Assist in schematic design, PCB layout, and hardware bring-up.
• Support testing, debugging, and validation of electronic circuits and systems.
• Collaborate with firmware and mechanical teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Conduct data collection and analysis to verify design performance.
• Document test results, revisions, and design improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern