Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

About this role

Spend a summer designing and prototyping real mechanical hardware alongside the founding hardware team.

What you'll do

- Contribute to enclosure, structure, and mechanism design for Blackstar's devices.

- Own a well-scoped project from design through implementation and review.

- Work directly with senior engineers on prototyping, testing, and design for manufacturing.

What we're looking for

- Currently pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

- Proficiency with 3D CAD and a solid grasp of tolerancing and manufacturing basics.

- Available to work full-time and in person in San Francisco for at least 10 weeks.

Nice to have

- Hands-on experience with rapid prototyping (3D printing, machining, fabrication).

- Personal projects, research, or coursework involving mechanical design.