Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Jan Jun '26

Pensa is the Brooklyn creative force behind the Pensa Labs Wire Benders Cintas Branch and Vine ButterflyMX Video Intercoms and the Nanit family of products. We are looking for mechanical engineering students or recent grads to join our team this July to December for an engineering co-op/internship.

Pensa is known for its ability to create beautiful functionality. Our engineers are inventors that know how to connect user needs with solutions. Pensas engineers love design and help our clients solve their hardest product challenges. They have a passion for creating compelling new technologies developing them for production and lining up strategic manufacturing plans. If you have world-class talent a passion for product design and invention and a desire to work on a wide range of products in a fun creative and collaborative design studio wed like to meet you.

As an engineering intern or co-op you will:
Learn about real-world application of engineering practices and concepts through hands-on participation in both internal and client-based projects and through the mentorship of our senior staff
Collaborate in brainstorming and ideation sessions
Create 3D CAD of parts and assemblies (Fusion 360 & Solidworks)
Build prototypes and mockups of your concepts (rapid prototyping and/or traditional fabrication)
Plan execute and report engineering tests
Collaborate on design reviews and decision making and engage in highly technical engineering discussions
Have ownership of your projects

To be an engineering intern or co-op we require that you:
Are a student pursuing an engineering degree or are a recent grad
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Have a hands-on approach and are comfortable prototyping and working in a workshop
Have a basic understanding of materials mechanisms and manufacturing processes
Demonstrate proficiency with 3D CAD software (Solidworks & Fusion 360 preferred)
Thrive while working under minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment
Quickly adapt and react to changes of direction in your projects
Are well organized self-motivated and have great attention to detail
Are able to articulate and demonstrate your thought process and rationales behind your decisions
Are excited to work and collaborate in a multidisciplinary team
Are curious to learn new skills
Are excited to deliver the next great product experience to the world

Our internships to be a learning experience for you teaching you to deliver high quality work in a collaborative way. Therefore to ensure the best experience for both you and our team we only offer in-person full-time internships.

Applicants are highly encouraged to link a portfolio on their resume demonstrating their engineering experience.

Thank you we are looking forward to hearing from you!