Mechanical- Fluids Intern

Spaceium • Ottawa, ON

20d • Onsite

About The Position

At Spaceium, we are building spacecraft systems designed to push the boundaries of what's possible in orbit. As a Mechanical - Fluids Intern, you will work alongside our mechanical and fluid systems engineering teams on real spacecraft hardware. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to the design, analysis, and testing of mechanical structures and fluid handling systems critical to our missions.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Basic understanding of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and statics
• Eagerness to learn and work in a fast-paced startup environment

Nice To Haves

• Creative problem solver with strong first-principles thinking, capable of assessing risk and making decisions with limited data.
• Experience in a nimble, technical engineering role, with a scrappy, entrepreneurial approach to meeting tight time or budget constraints.
• Hands-on experience with personal or academic mechanical or fluid projects
• Familiarity with FEA or CFD tools
• Experience with machining, 3D printing, or hands-on prototyping
• Interest in spacecraft propulsion, thermal, or fluid transfer systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design and CAD modeling for spacecraft components and assemblies
• Assist with fluid system layout, plumbing, and component selection
• Help build and maintain test setups, ground support equipment, and fluid test benches
• Support structural, thermal, and fluid analysis tasks
• Assist with assembly, integration, and testing of mechanical and fluid hardware
• Contribute to documentation, test reports, and design reviews
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and systems engineers

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree