Mechanical Engineer – Intern Summer 2026
About Elevate Robotics
Elevate Robotics, Inc., is a subsidiary of Apptronik. Elevate was formed to democratize superhuman mobile manipulation to improve worker safety and to help solve the ever-increasing labor shortage problem. Our team has a heritage of building some of the most advanced robots on the planet for years, dating back to the DARPA Robotics Challenge and before. We apply our expertise across the full robotics stack to some of the most important and impactful problems our society faces and expect our products and technology to change the world for the better. We value creativity, humility, integrity, passion, and curiosity to help us overcome existing technological barriers in the industry to create truly innovative products.
The Role
The team is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern with hands-on capabilities and a strong practical background. You will be treated as a junior engineer, tasked with designing real parts, validating them in the workshop, and integrating them into our robot.
Your time will split between CAD design, physical prototyping, and helping with workshop operations. You will be given full ownership of a specific sub-assembly or mechanism, while also acting as a "force multiplier" for the senior engineering team to help us hit critical roadmap milestones.
Requirements
MUST be an undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in an accredited academic program during the internship term located in the United States. (New graduates not enrolled in an accredited program for Fall 2026 are ineligible.)
Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Preference for those able to work full-time within 2 years (expected graduation date between 9/2026 - 9/2028)
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals
General understanding of mechanisms, robotic systems, or similar
Hands-on experience through class work, previous internships, or self-motivated projects
Highly motivated with a passion for robotics
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Open to learning skills outside of your area of expertise as needed
Great team player able to perform within a dynamic start-up environment
Very good CAD skills (OnShape, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)
GPA of 3.0 or above
Qualities
Creativity, Humility, Integrity, Curiosity, Passion, Analytical, and Disciplined
A passion for building things. Fellow tinkerers are encouraged to apply.
*Design portfolios are required
*This is a direct hire. Please, no outside Agency solicitations.