Production Engineering Intern

Job overview

Production Engineering Intern is an onsite, 12-week summer internship in Simi Valley, CA. Compensation is not specified. The intern supports engineering teams in product design, development, testing, and launch. The role provides hands-on exposure to the product lifecycle, from concept and prototype through integration, troubleshooting, and verification. By assisting with engineering processes, documentation, task tracking, and testing, the intern contributes to cross-functional project execution while developing practical engineering skills.

What you'll do

• Assist with product development process improvements, including modeling and simulation, design reviews, DFMEA, and lean methods
• support cross-discipline meetings, documentation, and progress tracking
• participate in subsystem design and performance evaluations under guidance
• assist with prototype builds and supplier coordination
• track engineering tasks, schedules, and issues
• support documentation, data collection, and test-result analysis
• help implement engineering tools and templates.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

production engineering intern

product development

engineering design

prototype builds

testing and verification

cross-functional engineering

summer internship

12-week program

simi valley ca

aerovironment

3.0 gpa required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting lists medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and paid holiday shutdown.
• Eligible interns willing to relocate may receive relocation and housing reimbursement.

Why this role

For students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field; the internship program requires a minimum 3.0 GPA. Benefits listed include medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, a 9/80 schedule, and paid holiday shutdown. Eligible interns willing to relocate may receive relocation and housing reimbursement.

About the employer

AeroVironment is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.