Composite Materials & Process Intern

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.Working as a Composites M&P intern, you will support the materials qualification effort leading to the development, certification, and production of eVTOL aircraft. We expect interns to take some level of ownership but will provide support and guidance to allow them to grow and be successful in a fast-paced, engineering focused environment. We are looking for an intern for our M&P lab located in Marina, CA.Fabricate composite laminate and bonded panels following detailed instructionsUse various calibrated dimensional inspection tools (calipers, scales, micrometers, etc.)Interpret and work to ASTM, SACMA, and MIL-SPEC standards for material characterization and development testsLearn to operate electromechanical test frames, test fixturing, thermal test chambers, environmental conditioning chambers, and relevant softwareMeasure and record specimen dimension data using dimensional inspection equipment before testingMaintain a clean, safe, and organized workspaceFollow all Joby safety procedures, including OSHA regulationsHigh School diploma or equivalent (an Associates degree or equivalent trade certification in composites is a plus)Attention to detail and critical thinking skillsInterest in engineering and eVTOLsStrong math skills and knowledge of engineering documentation and drawingsAbility to operate inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, height-gauges, microscopes, scales)Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to learn and collaborateAbility to lift over 50 lbs. unassisted and stand at a workstation for extended periods (over 4 hours), excluding meals and breaksProficiency in MS Office Suite and general computer skillsRelocation Assistance: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $20-$31/hr. The pay range for graduate interns with a Bachelor, Master, and/or Ph.D. degree is $5,550-$7,800/month. Individual pay is determined by internship role, department, experience, job-related skills, and level of education.Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2026-01-23