Internship, Electrical Engineering (Summer 2027)

Pivotal • Palo Alto, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pivotal is hiring a summer 2027 Electrical Engineering Intern to support the design, development, testing, and integration of electronic hardware for its electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The intern will assist with schematic design, PCB layout, hardware bring-up, and the testing and validation of electronic circuits and systems. The role also involves collaborating with firmware and mechanical teams, analyzing test data, and documenting results 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 and must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Applicants must be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Electrical Engineering or a similar field at an accredited university.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering or a similar field at an accredited university.
• Interest in the eVTOL industry and personal flight.
• Ability 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.

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