<h2>Company Overview</h2><p>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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.</p><h2>Overview</h2><p>Joby Aviation is seeking a motivated and organized Motor Controls Software Development intern to join our team. During this internship, you will be embedded within a small team of engineers, and will contribute directly towards the design, validation, and test development of our revolutionary electric air taxi. Joby is looking for candidates with hands-on experience working with electronics on projects/clubs. The ideal candidate is energetic, has a positive attitude, is flexible and excited about learning. Expect an internship that is similar to a job you would have when you graduate. Exact details are unknown at this point, but you will not be bored. The level of responsibilities will depend on your ability to complete tasks and the specific team that you join!</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Assist in the development and testing of motor controls systems by designing and implementing motor control algorithms using Model-Based Design with MATLAB/Simulink</li> <li>Test and debug motor control software and firmware through simulations and in physical environments</li> <li>Support hardware integration and troubleshooting for electric motor systems</li> <li>Analyze data from simulations and field tests, document procedures, and present findings</li> <li>Participate in detailed root cause and failure analysis</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field</li> <li>Strong understanding of AC electric motors and motor drive systems operations and motor control concepts, analysis, modeling, and control</li> <li>Solid background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design</li> <li>Familiarity with power electronics hardware and systems</li> <li>Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink</li> <li>Available Summer 2026</li> <li>Strong problem solving and communication skills</li> <li>Willingness to learn, be mentored, and improve</li> <li>Passionate about engineering</li></ul><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Experience with version control systems like Git</li> <li>Experience with embedded systems</li> <li>Experience with FPGAs</li> <li>Familiarity with C/C++, Python, or equivalent data analysis tools and software </li> <li>Experience with electronics CAD (Altium preferred but other systems acceptable)</li> <li>Experience with high voltage systems</li></ul><h2>Additional Information</h2><p><strong>Relocation Assistance:</strong> This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.</p><p> </p><p>The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $22-$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.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</strong></p>

Joby Aviation develops a new generation of electric personal aircraft created to revolutionize personal mobility. Its strength is in composite airframe design and fabrication, aerodynamic analysis, high-performance electric motor development, and cutting-edge battery pack design, enabling clients to create a paradigm shift in transportation with safe, quiet, fast and affordable electric vertical takeoff.

Motor Control Software Development Intern (Summer 2026)

<h2>Company Overview</h2><p>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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.</p><h2>Overview</h2><p>Joby Aviation is seeking a motivated and organized Motor Controls Software Development intern to join our team. During this internship, you will be embedded within a small team of engineers, and will contribute directly towards the design, validation, and test development of our revolutionary electric air taxi. Joby is looking for candidates with hands-on experience working with electronics on projects/clubs. The ideal candidate is energetic, has a positive attitude, is flexible and excited about learning. Expect an internship that is similar to a job you would have when you graduate. Exact details are unknown at this point, but you will not be bored. The level of responsibilities will depend on your ability to complete tasks and the specific team that you join!</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Assist in the development and testing of motor controls systems by designing and implementing motor control algorithms using Model-Based Design with MATLAB/Simulink</li> <li>Test and debug motor control software and firmware through simulations and in physical environments</li> <li>Support hardware integration and troubleshooting for electric motor systems</li> <li>Analyze data from simulations and field tests, document procedures, and present findings</li> <li>Participate in detailed root cause and failure analysis</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field</li> <li>Strong understanding of AC electric motors and motor drive systems operations and motor control concepts, analysis, modeling, and control</li> <li>Solid background in linear systems analysis, stability, and controller design</li> <li>Familiarity with power electronics hardware and systems</li> <li>Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink</li> <li>Available Summer 2026</li> <li>Strong problem solving and communication skills</li> <li>Willingness to learn, be mentored, and improve</li> <li>Passionate about engineering</li></ul><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Experience with version control systems like Git</li> <li>Experience with embedded systems</li> <li>Experience with FPGAs</li> <li>Familiarity with C/C++, Python, or equivalent data analysis tools and software&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience with electronics CAD (Altium preferred but other systems acceptable)</li> <li>Experience with high voltage systems</li></ul><h2>Additional Information</h2><p><strong>Relocation Assistance:</strong> This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $22-$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.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</strong></p>

Motor Control Software Development Intern (Summer 2026)

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