Electrical Engineering Internship - Winter/Spring 2027 (Early Interest)
About The Position
Pyka is seeking an Electrical Engineering Intern to join our team for the Winter/Spring 2027 season. This is a hands-on, in-person internship focused on supporting the design, testing, and validation of aircraft subsystems. Interns will gain exposure to real-world power electronics, embedded systems, and aviation hardware, working under the guidance of senior engineers on active development programs. The scope of work will vary, offering broad exposure across hardware design, testing, and system integration. This is an Early Interest Application, with formal interviews and role-specific outreach beginning in October 2026. Pyka is a company focused on providing society with a new form of safe, clean, and cost-effective transportation through autonomous electric aviation, applying its technologies to industries with high-value and dangerous jobs. The company designs, develops, and manufactures a comprehensive ecosystem of technologies including proprietary flight control software, avionics, high power density motors, motor controllers, batteries, and custom carbon-fiber composite airframes. Pyka's autonomous electric aircraft are currently used for cargo transport and crop protection on four continents, with industry-first regulatory approvals from the FAA. Their cargo aircraft enhance connectivity and delivery networks, while their crop protection aircraft offer a safer, more precise, and environmentally friendly tool for agricultural services.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Coursework or project experience in: Embedded systems, Power electronics, motor control, or control systems
- Familiarity with basic electronics lab equipment (oscilloscope, power supply, multimeter)
- Exposure to C or C++ (coursework or personal projects is fine)
- Ability to work on-site in Alameda, CA
Nice To Haves
- Experience with schematic capture or PCB layout tools (Altium, KiCad, Eagle, etc.)
- Exposure to motor control concepts (FOC, PWM, inverters—even at a conceptual level)
- Hands-on experience from student teams (Formula SAE, robotics, drones, solar car, etc.)
- Curiosity, strong problem-solving instincts, and a willingness to ask questions
Responsibilities
- Assist with schematic capture and PCB layout for embedded and power electronics systems
- Support component selection and BOM creation under engineer supervision
- Help assemble, bring up, and test PCBs in the lab
- Run bench tests, collect data, and help analyze results
- Support debugging of electrical and embedded systems issues
- Assist with documentation including test procedures, results, and design notes
- Collaborate with Mechanical, Software, and Test teams during integration and testing
Benefits
- $38-$43/hr pay
- Employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid holidays, generous PTO, and additional unpaid time off
- Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Free catered lunch and plenty of snacks
- Visa sponsorship
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
