M&P Engineering Intern

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

This internship is part of a 10‑week full‑time summer internship program. The role will be based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California and relocation or housing will not be provided.

• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and certification teams to ensure materials and processes meet performance and regulatory requirements
• Support various process development and material qualification programs, including writing test plans and generating test databases
• Conduct mechanical testing on CFRP, adhesives, metals, and bonded joints
• Perform bonding and composite panel preparation for small‑scale testing
• Record results, document best practices, and write reports as needed
• Proficiency in CAD tools is desirable but not required

• Going into the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year in college
• Familiarity with composite manufacturing, adhesive bonding, and epoxy resin systems
• Familiarity with mechanical and analytical testing equipment and methodologies
• Strong curiosity of FAA qualification requirements under 14 CFR Part 23.2260
• Self‑motivated and driven to complete objectives
• Strong written, verbal, communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

May 26, 2026 - July 31, 2026

June 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026

Base pay between $25.00 – $35.00 per hour.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.