Mechanical Engineering Intern Interview Experience - Hawthorne, California
Process
I applied online. The process took 2 months.
Round 1 - super chill, was with 2 leads. Asked about one of my projects, asked super in-depth questions about material choice, FEA (meshing validity). Then asked some basic structural engineering technical questions. Got to ask questions at the end.
*This does not include round 2 as I haven't taken it yet.
Questions
Minimize deflection on cantilever beam, increase buckling force, difference between steel and aluminum.
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SpaceX's interview process for their Mechanical Engineering Intern roles in Hawthorne, California is incredibly easy as the vast majority of engineers get an offer after going through it.
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