Electrical Integration Engineering Intern

What we’re building

Every idea starts with a problem. Ours was simple: Boats are special — but they’re loud, pollutant, unreliable, and stuck in the past. Gas-powered boats dominate not because they’re great, but because no better option has existed. Until now.

Arc is here to change that. We’re building 100% electric boats from the ground up — quicker, quieter, easier to maintain, and better for the water they ride on. We’re not just swapping gas for batteries. We’re rethinking every detail on the boat — from propulsion and powertrain to software and ownership model — applying first-principles engineering from aerospace and EVs to deliver a better boating experience.

Electric boats haven’t taken over yet. The tech hasn’t been ready. The talent hasn’t been focused here. That’s our opportunity — and we’re moving fast.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who’s fired up by our mission and ready to build. You’ll thrive here if you adapt quickly, take ownership, and care about the details. 

You will join our Electrical Integration Engineering team as a summer intern from June 15th-August 21st 2026. This role will report to the Manager, Electrical Integration Engineering and  work from our headquarters  in Torrance, CA. Given that we’re a startup, you will be working in a fast-moving, dynamic environment that requires adaptability. That said, here are some responsibilities and qualifications we expect to stay relatively constant for this role

Core responsibilities

• Supporting design and implementation of electrically integrated systems like wire harnesses, PDMs, and HV ESS systems
• Building prototypes of new designs to support vehicle tests, standalone tests, and HIL tests
• Collaborating with other Engineering teams and interns to develop new solutions or improve existing ones
• Maintaining Electrical R&D space for efficient and effective operations

Basic qualifications 

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field
• Familiarity with electrical systems and basic vehicle wiring principles (coursework or project experience counts)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic setting
• Physical ability to work in production environment, including long periods of sitting or standing

Bonus qualifications 

• Experience with high-performance electric vehicles, solar cars, Formula SAE, or similar projects
• Knowledge of high-voltage systems and HV battery pack design/functionality
• Familiarity with CAN communication and advanced control systems
• Familiarity with MATLAB Simulink
• Enthusiasm for boating and clean energy

At Arc, we encourage diversity and consider all qualified applicants equally for employment, regardless of background, identity, or status. You’re always welcome to reach out even if you don’t meet many of these qualifications. Passion and aptitude make up for a lot.

Our values

We move with urgency and build with care. We value these five things above all else:

• Ownership over both your work and the company’s success
• Empathy for colleagues and for customers
• Humility  in problem solving and collaboration
• Pragmatism for navigating ambiguity quickly and sensibly 
• Inclusion of different backgrounds, opinions, cultures, and perspectives.

We want people who share and embody these values. It is vital that our values align - we’d be happy to elaborate on any or all of these during the interview process.

What we offer

We don’t think great work happens by accident. We invest in the people building Arc — because when you’re supported, you do your best work.

• Hourly Wage: $38/hr
• Daily lunches, plenty of snacks, lots of swag, and more
• Boat days – Yes, we actually go out on the water. A lot.
• A chance to define the future of boating
  
• Talented teammates that challenge you to be better
• Access and often input to a wide range of business activities
• An opportunity to have an outsized impact on industry-defining vehicles
• The ability to drive positive environmental change through your work

Hope to hear from you soon!

The Crew at Arc