Mechanical Engineer Intern

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you'll do

Viasat is looking for a dynamic Mechanical Engineer Intern to join our growing team. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for assisting mechanical engineers with the design, documentation, and testing of electronics hardware.

The day-to-day

The day to day work encompasses electronics packaging, CAD design, engineering drawing creation and documentation, prototype assembly, and prototype testing. You will assist mechanical engineers to ensure the design meets environmental and performance requirements. You will work directly with a diverse staff including engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality assurance to manage the product development.

Internship Program Details:

• You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams.
• Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility.
• To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.

What you'll need

Requirements:

• Education:
  
  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related field
  • To be eligible for this position your final graduation date must fall between December 2026 and June 2027

• Internship Dates: You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars:
  
  • Cohort 1: May 18, 2026 - August 14, 2026
  • Cohort 2: June 22, 2026 - September 18, 2026

• Citizenship: This position requires U.S. citizenship

• Additional:
  
  • Applicable mechanical engineering course work; thermal and structural
  • Experience creating 3D parts and assemblies using SolidWorks, Creo, or similar software
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
  • Strong communication skills - both verbal and written

What will help you on the job

• Completed courses in heat transfer and dynamics
• Experience with finite element modelling and software such as Ansys or NASTRAN
• Experience with Creo/ProE
• Experience with creating engineering drawings
• Experience with design for space

Salary range

$20.91 - $56.97 / hourly. For specific work locations within San Jose, the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, the base pay range for this role is $25.96 - $67.07/ hourly

At Viasat, we consider many factors when it comes to compensation, including the scope of the position as well as your background and experience. Base pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Additional cash or stock incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Learn more about Viasat's comprehensive benefit offerings that are focused on your holistic health and wellness at careers.viasat.com/LifeAtViasat/Benefits.
EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.