Hardware Engineering Intern

Kickstart your hardware engineering career at the forefront of micromobility!

As a Field Application Engineering Intern at Bolt, you'll be integral to ensuring the smooth operation and technical excellence of our scooter and e-bike fleet. This hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with hardware engineers, operations teams, and suppliers, diving into diagnostics, component validation, issue tracking, and process standardization that directly impact our service.

About Us

With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.

Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!

About The Role

As a Field Application Engineering Intern, you will support the technical backbone of our micromobility operations by working closely with hardware engineers, operations teams, and suppliers. This hands-on role provides exposure to diagnostics, component validation, issue tracking, and process standardization—key to ensuring the performance and maintainability of scooters and e-bikes in Bolt’s fleet.

Main tasks and responsibilities:

• Assist in diagnostics and root cause analysis of hardware, firmware, and IoT issues across vehicle models.
• Support integration projects for new components and technologies, such as IoT modules or accessories.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of SOPs, repair guides, and onboarding documentation.
• Help collect, analyze, and visualize fleet performance data to identify trends and prevent recurring failures.
• Participate in FAE warehouse visits, aiding in field support and collecting feedback from local teams.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve vehicle maintainability and implement feedback loops for continuous improvement.
  
  
  

About you:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Ideally in your 1st or 2nd year, looking to gain hands-on industry experience early in your studies.
• Passionate about micromobility, hardware, and solving real-world technical challenges.
• Eager to learn and comfortable stepping into a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Proactive mindset with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  
  
  

Why you’ll love it here:

• Work on real-life projects and gain hands-on experience.
• Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
• Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
• Accelerate your professional growth.
• Enjoy various team events to get to know your colleagues.
• Receive a competitive entry-level salary.
• Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.