About Rivet  

Rivet is an American company building integrated task systems — fusing hardened hardware with software, sensors, AI, and networking — for industrial workforces and defense personnel. We create capabilities that multiply the effectiveness of every individual and withstand the world’s toughest environments. 

We serve the people who build, operate, maintain, and defend our way of life. From technicians and engineers to first responders and service members, they embody the hard work, ingenuity, and meritocratic values that drive Western prosperity. Yet too often they are forced to rely on outdated tools that fail under modern pressures. Rivet exists to reset that priority. 

At Rivet, you’ll join a mission-driven team that fuses disciplines to deliver decisive outcomes where they matter most. Whether shaping our technology, strengthening our partnerships, or building our culture, every role here contributes to equipping the front lines with the modern systems they deserve. 

EOE

Work Authorization Requirement: Due to the nature of our business and compliance with federal regulations, all candidates must be a "U.S. Person". Upon hire, you will be required to provide documentation verifying your status as a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Role: Product Design Engineer Intern

Location: 2550 N First Street Suite 250, San Jose, California 95131

Compensation*: RVT has both experience based and paid internship opportunities.

Role Requirements: 

• Must be a senior graduating by Summer 2027 pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with 3D CAD, preferably PTC Creo.
• Ability to create 2D drawings from 3D models.
• Familiarity with 3D printing processes.
• Strong, self‑motivated problem‑solving skills. 
• Hands‑on experience with test fixtures, fabrication, and mechanical assembly.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Support development of proofs of concept and product specifications.
• Design test fixtures and experimental setups.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to tests and fixtures.
• Perform hands‑on teardown, assembly, and testing to validate mechanical concepts.

Role Description: We are seeking a Product Design Engineer Intern with a Mechanical Engineering background to support the development of next‑generation AR devices for industrial and frontline applications. This role is fully on‑site in the San Francisco Bay Area.