2025-2026 BETA Internship (Vermont)

BETA Technologies is creating an electric transportation ecosystem that’s safe, reliable and sustainable. A relentlessly focused team is building an extensive charging infrastructure and ALIA, the world’s most technologically advanced electric vertical aircraft (EVA).

BETA’s platform and products are strikingly simple. Prioritization of safety and a pragmatic approach to certification drive elegant redundancy, appropriate diversity of implementation and simplicity of control. ALIA’s fixed-pitch propellers and centrally located batteries make it an inherently stable aircraft that is safe to fly and easy to maneuver.

BETA Interns (regardless of their specific focus) possess the following qualifications:

• Self-starter who is high-energy, hardworking, organized, disciplined, and able to work independently

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills

• Desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s (in a related field) from an accredited University

• PreviousPrevious internship or experience working in a fast-paced industry related to electric vehicles, aircraft, rotorcraft, or any other relevant industry focused on development, design, or certification

• University/Collegiate design projects or personal-related project experience related to entrepreneurship and/or electric aviation

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• Mechanical design using CAD software (3DX preferred) with some amount of experience with structural, thermal or other design analysis

• Hands-on test experience including data collection and analysis

• FEA/CFD analysis experience, including validation of any models created

• PCB design and test experience

• Experience or knowledge of high voltage DC electrical systems and/or battery energy storage systems

• Exposure to electric powertrains and the associated power electronics

• Experience in simulation and analysis of digital, analog, and power circuits

• Experience with MATLAB and Simulink

• Experience with SolidWorks for design and drafting is a plus

• Knowledge of electrical fundamentals that may cover basic circuit analysis, power electronics, embedded systems, analog signal conditioning and filter analysis, analog to digital converters, serial communication protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN), discrete logic circuits, motor control, etc. Familiarity with STM or TI processors is a plus

• Demonstrated hands-on experience and ability to operate lab equipment including low and high-voltage power supplies, function generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, spectrum analyzers, soldering irons, heat guns, crimping tools, etc.

• Familiarity with and respect for electrical safety

• Previous experience working with printed circuit board design, assembly, and troubleshooting preferred (KiCAD and Altium are our tools of choice, but experience with any EDA software is great!)

• Coding experience is a plus (C/C++, Python, Matlab, Arduino, etc)

• Involvement in Electrical Engineering and/or Aerospace clubs (CubeSat, Rocket, EV ex: Formula SAE electric racing club) or self-starting electronics personal projects. Show us what you've built!

• Conceptual understanding of fixed-wing and rotorcraft systems to help drive holistic aircraft design

• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink and Python

• Preferred proficiency in aerospace design tools such as AVL, XROTOR, XFOIL, CHARM, and Pointwise

• Preferred experience with post-processing analytical and empirical data to create and/or improve aerodynamic databases and dynamical system models

• Competency with Python, C, C++, JavaScript, and/or Matlab, NodeJS, AWS, and Simulink

• Familiarity with Git: GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket and/or equivalent

• Preferred experience with network programming and message-passing protocols such as MQTT

• Preferred experience configuring, running code, and interfacing with peripherals on lightweight computers such as Raspberry Pis and/or embedded systems

• Preferred experience working with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices

• Exposure to one or more of the following: motor control, temperature sensors, analog-to-digital converters, SPI bus

• Preferred knowledge of LabView

• Proficiency in Python or R, AWS, and cloud infrastructure

• Ability to work with data, including cleaning, pre-processing, and data transformation tasks

• Basic understanding of statistical concepts and mathematical principles relevant to data analysis and machine learning

• Familiarity with data analysis libraries and tools like Pandas, NumPy, or similar

• Ability to create visualizations using tools like Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, or ggplot

• Prior experience working with databases and SQL for data retrieval and manipulation

• Preferred experience with data exploration tooling, such as Grafana or Tableau

• Knowledge of techniques using power tools, air tools, hand tools, and saws safely and efficiently

• Ability to read, interpret, and produce accurate parts based on engineering drawings, diagrams, and blueprints

• Knowledge of composite parts fabrication using prepreg carbon fiber materials, wet layups, and vacuum infusion

• Experience with CAM programming, CNC machine setup, CNC machine operation, manual milling and turning

• Metal fabrication experience (welding, shearing, sawing, grinding, and cutting)

• Knowledge in different material properties common in 3D printing (PLA, ABS, PETG, Nylon etc.) and experience with operating various 3D printers, including, but not limited to: Prusa, Bambulab, Markforged, and TITAN 3D Printers

• Significant educational or some professional experience in 3D visualization (Product, Gaming, Advertising, or Film) with a proven creative eye for lighting, materials, renderings, and animations

• Supported tooling development and implementation to enhance manufacturing processes

• Mechanical design, electrical drawings, 3D printing, prototyping, and fabrication

• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks or CATIA preferred) for creating and modifying detailed design models

• Proficiency in using hand tools, shop machinery, and interpreting blueprints

• Demonstrated experience in developing standard work Instructions and process documentation to support production certification efforts

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

• Manufacturing experience from previous educational or  co-op programs

Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.