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Mechanical Engineering Internship - Fall 2026
Vital Lyfe
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About this role
About Vital Lyfe At Vital Lyfe, we are dedicated to solving global water challenges through innovative desalination and water treatment solutions. This is an opportunity to join a passionate, multidisciplinary team tackling one of the world’s most critical challenges.
Mission We’re looking for passionate and driven interns to join our mission and gain hands-on experience working on impactful projects.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate on the design and optimization of high-pressure systems.
- Assist in prototyping, testing, and refining lightweight, energy-efficient mechanical components.
- Analyze materials and system designs to ensure reliability and performance.
What We’re Looking For
Education: Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Skills: Experience or coursework in relevant fields (e.g., fluid dynamics, circuit design, thermodynamics, material science).
Attributes:
- A passion for solving real-world problems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Physical Job Requirements - Essential Functions
- Hands on work on development hardware.
- Long periods of standing, crouching, walking.
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
Why Join Us?
- Impact: Work on technology that addresses one of humanity’s most pressing challenges.
- Hands-On Experience: Tackle real-world projects and gain invaluable industry knowledge.
- Mentorship: Learn from a team of seasoned engineers and innovators.
- Growth Opportunities: Contribute to a growing startup and help shape its future.
Location Requirement: Ability to work 100% onsite in Torrance, CA (remote or hybrid work will not be considered)
Vital Lyfe is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Vital Lyfe is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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