Mechanical Engineering Intern- Irvine, CA

Panasonic Avionics Corporation seeks motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our growing Mechanical Engineering team in our Irvine, CA, office. This 12-week paid internship will start in June and continue through August 2025, with an opportunity to potentially continue through the school year.

Who we are:

For 40 years, Panasonic Avionics has strengthened the connection between the world’s airlines and their passengers. We are recognized globally for our experience and leadership in product innovation and customization, system reliability, and customer care.

We collaborate with over 300 airline customers to develop inflight entertainment and communications (IFEC) solutions that are designed to meet their unique fleet, brand, operations, and business requirements, based on state-of-the-art technology, connectivity, and industry know-how. Every year, more than 2.7 billion passengers enjoy an amazing entertainment experience flying onboard Panasonic-equipped aircraft.

The hourly wage range for this position is $26- $38. The final offer amount may vary and is based on the candidates' year in school. The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.

• Participate in the design process of our products
• Participate in Design concept reviews, CAD and drawing updates including releasing on a PLM system.
• The intern will also participate in thermal, structural testing verifications and report creation.
• The intern will have the opportunity to partnership with a senior engineer and participate in the design process of our products.
• Intern will also have the opportunity to work on product concept reviews, parts and or assembly CAD and drawing creation and updates including releasing on a PLM system.
• The intern will also participate in testing verifications including how to interpret and validate data to make design decisions for design improvements.

• Graduate Mechanical Engineer with knowledge in Thermodynamics and structural science.
• Electronics, computers and circuits knowledge preferred
• Ability to commute and come in person to Irvine, CA office.

Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporation.

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