January 11, 2026
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Engineering Intern - 2026

Ultima Genomics,

Fremont, CA
$25/hr - $31/hr

How You’ll Contribute

  • Work in a fast-paced cross-functional, technologically advanced dynamic environment in an internship program focused on developing individual engineers capable of pursuing careers in any realm of engineering
  • Improve your industry knowledge through a collaborative work environment
  • Design, prototype, build, and test modules with mechanical, fluidic, electrical, and controls componentry
  • Improve existing designs to be more reliable, repeatable, manufacturable and serviceable
  • Maintain, troubleshoot and upgrade instruments and test benches
  • Develop, optimize, and automate laboratory processes, including scripting and implementation of on-instrument automation workflows

Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

  • Currently a student in an accredited degree program pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Biomedical/Bioengineering, Physics, Optical Engineering or closely related disciplines
  • Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher
  • Ability to work onsite, work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 8 weeks during summer 2026
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment
  • Great work ethic and an enthusiasm for problem-solving
  • Good presentation, writing and communication skills
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills

What to include when you apply: 

  • Cover letter should include:
    • Description of your relevant experience and qualifications
    • The specific field you are interested in, if applicable
    • List your availability for the internship (start date and end date)
    • Expected graduation year
    • How you found out about the internship
    • List any relevant academic/hobbyist projects that you have worked/working on, if applicable
  • Resume (PDF)
  • Unofficial academic transcripts
  • A project portfolio, GitHub repository, or sample work of any kind, if possible

This internship pays between $25 and $31 per hour, and your hourly rate will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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