Battery Thermal Engineering Intern at Wisk

Fremont, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

InternshipExperience Level

InternshipJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Urban Air Mobility, Electric AviationIndustries

Requirements

Must be currently pursuing a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2028
Preferred fields of study: Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical or Chemical Engineering
Worked on the development of complex hardware products in aerospace, automotive or other similar industrial applications (e.g., work experience, internships or student teams)
CAD experience with prototype or production hardware in commercial packages such as Solidworks, CATIA or Siemens NX
Hands-on experience building prototypes, setting up and running tests - preferably with battery-powered and thermal-fluid systems
Familiarity with instrumentation practices for thermally-focussed testing such as the application of thermocouples, heat flux sensors and pressure transducers
Programming experience for system modeling and data processing, preferably with Matlab/Simulink or Python
Strong documentation skills and can write detailed test and analysis technical reports
Safety-oriented mindset and have worked around hazardous equipment requiring advanced safety training
Embrace learning, be curious, organized & methodical and pay attention to detail

Responsibilities

Act as a Thermal Engineer for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market
Take part in the development and implementation of thermal management strategies for battery systems and associated power electronics
Support problem solving activities related to battery cooling, thermal runaway containment, system testing and flight testing
Contribute to real aircraft system and component design, ensuring effective thermal performance and safety
Assist in technology maturation efforts, supporting prototype hardware design, integration and test execution to ensure thermal systems meet functional requirements
Post process and report analysis results to support design decisions and optimize the thermal management system for performance, weight and cost
Perform system analysis based on first-principles calculations and simulations

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Battery Thermal ManagementThermal Runaway ContainmentThermal AnalysisCFDHeat TransferBattery CoolingPower Electronics CoolingPrototype DesignSystem TestingFlight Testing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the duration of the Wisk internship program?

Wisk’s internship experience is a 12 week, hands-on program.

Is this a full-time internship?

Yes, the employment type is full time.

What education is required for the Battery Thermal Engineering Intern position?

Candidates must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters or PhD degree with an expected graduation date between December 2026 and June 2028.

What are the preferred fields of study for this internship?

Preferred fields of study are Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical or Chemical Engineering.

What hands-on experience is preferred for this role?

Experience working on complex hardware products in aerospace, automotive or similar applications, CAD with Solidworks/CATIA/NX, building prototypes, running tests with battery-powered and thermal-fluid systems, and familiarity with thermal instrumentation like thermocouples.

Wisk

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

About Wisk

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by introducing air taxis. Their eVTOL aircraft, such as Wisk and Cora, are designed to be safe, sustainable, and accessible, meeting high aviation safety standards. Wisk Aero differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on both the manufacturing of these aircraft and providing air taxi services directly to consumers, as well as partnering with cities and businesses to enhance urban mobility solutions. The company's goal is to address inefficiencies in current transit systems, making air travel a practical option for everyday transportation.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$437.7MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage

401(k) plan with 50% employer matching

9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off

Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year

Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle

Annual company match for charitable giving

Communications allowance

Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy

Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ

Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

Risks

Competition from Airbus and Embraer may impact Wisk's market share.

Regulatory hurdles could delay Wisk's autonomous air taxi deployment.

Public skepticism about autonomous vehicles may hinder Wisk's consumer adoption.

Differentiation

Wisk focuses on autonomous eVTOL aircraft, setting it apart in urban air mobility.

The company has conducted over 1750 test flights, showcasing its commitment to safety.

Wisk's strategic partnerships in Australia highlight its global expansion efforts.

Upsides

Increased interest in urban air mobility boosts demand for Wisk's eVTOL technology.

FAA's approval of airworthiness criteria accelerates Wisk's certification process.

Growing sustainability focus enhances demand for Wisk's zero-emission transportation solutions.

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