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Mechanical Engineering Intern, Brain Interfaces

NeuralinkAustin, Texas, United StatesOnsite

About Neuralink:


We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world.

Team Description:


The Brain Interfaces Mechanical Engineering Team is responsible for the design, build, and testing of all mechanical systems in our implant and charger. Our team also develops test infrastructure to accelerate hardware development and manufacturing, designs electronics packaging for our charger and implant electronics, and creates tooling to interface the implant with the surgical robot.

Job Description and Responsibilities:


As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will support the design and production of hardware solutions for our brain-computer interface devices, including components for surgical robotics, automation, microfabrication, and more. You will have the opportunity to contribute to projects at various stages from concept through production, applying your mechanical engineering knowledge in the challenging field of brain-computer interfaces. Additionally, you will be expected to:

  • Design, build, test, and validate systems for the implant and related hardware components
  • Develop and improve manufacturing processes and equipment to support in-house production
  • Scope, design and iterate custom tooling and fixturing required for the implant assembly line
  • Work with Quality, Electrical Engineering, BCI Software, Microfabrication, and Surgery Engineering to define system requirements, verification and validation tests, and more
  • Adhere to aggressive project schedules and ensure timely completion from inception to implementation

Required Qualifications:


  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • 6+ months of relevant academic coursework or project experience
  • 9+ months of experience applying technical skills outside the classroom (e.g., personal projects, prior internships, or work experience)
  • 1+ years of Mechanical Design experience
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:


  • 1+ years of mechanical engineering industry experience, including owning products from concept to production
  • Familiarity with machining and rapid prototyping technologies
  • Experience with precision design and manufacturing
  • Exposure to medical device design and manufacturing

Pay Transparency:


The following details are for Texas individuals only.

Texas Hourly Rate: 


$31.50/Hr USD

What We Offer:


Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below.

  • An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields
  • Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan
  • Paid holidays
  • Commuter benefits
  • Meals provided
  • Equity + 401(k) plan *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded
  • Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded

Life at Neuralink

Neuralink is developing the capabilities of the brain through technological augmentation. A "neural lace” would be surgically connected to a human brain and allow a user to interact with a computer without the bandwidth challenges that come with current input methods, including keyboards, mice and trackpads.
Thrive Here & What We Value* Innovation in brain-computer interfaces* Collaborative team environment* Equality and inclusion values* Continuous improvement projects* Reasonable accommodations during application process* Commitment to positive impact on the world* Encouragement for diverse candidates* Equity + 401(k) plan (Full-Time Employees)* Growth potential for impactful team members* Pay transparency (California law)

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