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Internship Optimization Engineer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Fairborn, OH · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsive recruiter Applied Optimization (AO) Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern Reports to ... The internship is a part-time, year-round position that requires a minimum of sixteen hours per ...

This potential opportunity could offer hands-on experience as part of an Agile engineering team, contributing to process automation, testing strategies, and design optimization. Interns in similar ...

This potential opportunity could offer hands-on experience as part of an Agile engineering team, contributing to process automation, testing strategies, and design optimization. Interns in similar ...

This potential opportunity could offer hands-on experience as part of an Agile engineering team, contributing to process automation, testing strategies, and design optimization. Interns in similar ...

Electrical Engineer

Ashland, OH · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

... optimization of electrical systems used in industrial pump products and operations. This role will ... Minimum 2 years of relevant electrical engineering experience (internship experience may be ...

Agentic AI Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$105K - $127K/yr

• Contribute to the design, build, deployment, and optimization of AI/GenAI/Agentic AI solutions ... Academic or internship experience in machine learning, AI, or data-driven projects. • Solid ...

Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national ... Coursework or internship experience involving FPGA design, digital logic, or signal processing

Junior FPGA Engineer

Beavercreek, OH · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national ... Coursework or internship experience involving FPGA design, digital logic, or signal processing

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What is the difference between Internship Optimization Engineer vs Data Analyst Intern?

AspectInternship Optimization EngineerData Analyst Intern
Required CredentialsRelevant degree in engineering, data science, or related fields; some internships may require basic programming skillsDegree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or related fields; basic data analysis skills needed
Work EnvironmentTech companies, e-commerce, or logistics firms focusing on process and system optimizationBusiness, finance, or tech companies analyzing data to support decision-making
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries emphasizing operational efficiency and system improvementsCommon in industries relying on data insights for strategic decisions

While both roles involve working with data and technical skills, the Internship Optimization Engineer focuses on improving operational processes and system performance, often requiring engineering or technical backgrounds. In contrast, Data Analyst Interns primarily analyze data sets to generate insights. Both roles are valuable entry points in tech and data-driven industries, but they serve different core functions.

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Infographic showing various Internship Optimization Engineer job openings in Ohio as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.
Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Applied Optimization

Fairborn, OH • On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

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Applied Optimization (AO) Job Description
Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Intern
Reports to: Principal Scientist
FLSA Status: Part -Time (Non-Exempt)
Position Objective:
  • To support an interdisciplinary research and development team that collects data, analyzes experimental data, and implements new generation scientific algorithms in the areas of mechanical engineering and material science, or space science.

Essential Functions:
  • Conduct numerical modeling, mathematics support, and computer programming
  • Support resolution of software issues and requests from customers
  • Support the troubleshooting and debugging of software
  • Assist with enhancement of software functionality
  • Maintain positive customer relations, to include projects status updates
  • Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports
  • Ensure accuracy and follow documentation procedures for all work; maintain notebook of daily activities and provide weekly report of work
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a program related to the field of mechanical engineering with a superior academic record
  • General understanding of software development and knowledge of various coding languages
  • Attention to detail and effective time and schedule management skills
  • Effective organizing, planning, debugging, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to adapt within a small team to support evolving customer requirements
  • Ability to execute instructions and communication in written, oral, and diagram form
  • Demonstrated strong writing, fact-gathering, and analytical skills
  • Basic computer and software skills including but not necessarily limited to Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point)

Preferred Qualifications:
  • College sophomore or junior with a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average) of 3.5 or higher
  • A minor degree or dual degree in mathematics, computer science, computer engineering, or physics
  • Knowledge or experience in C++ object modeling/software development, MATLAB programming, or other coding languages
  • Ability to occasionally work 2nd shift preferred

Citizenship/Security Clearance Requirements:
  • U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder
  • May be required to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Security Clearance

About Our Internships:
  • Hours: The internship is a part-time, year-round position that requires a minimum of sixteen hours per week of work. The hours are flexible and they can change from one semester to another based on the student's class schedule. The weekly hours can be adjusted to balance for the examinations, tests and project submissions.

About Us: Applied Optimization is a growing organization located in Fairborn, OH. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a competitive salary that is commensurate with qualifications and a comprehensive benefits package. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Find out more about us at www.appliedo.com.
This job description is subject to change.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Applied Optimization
About Us
Since 1995, Applied Optimization, Inc. (AO) has been collaboratively discovering innovative solutions in material science and space science to address the technical challenges of our clients and partners in industry and government. Offering the right balance between critical thinking and non-conformity, our team of scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and software developers strive to further the understanding and state-of-the-art of additive manufacturing (AM), materials processing, space situational awareness, and space object characterization. Our software products' capabilities include optimizing AM process parameters, mitigating defects in build parts, and processing and exploiting photometry data from Earth's space domain.
Our Focus
We focus on interdisciplinary research and development of space science and materials science. From analyzing brightness data from man-made space objects in earth's orbit to mathematical modeling in AM processes, Applied Optimization's team is adept at assessing, researching, and developing optimized solutions for today's technological problems. We customize our technical solutions to customer needs to ensure specific answers for specific problems Our innovative solutions are designed to provide results when utilized in a client's day-to-day processes.
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