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Techstaff

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

... Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take ... At least 7 years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm

TechStaff, Inc

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

... Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take ... At least 7 years of mechanical engineering experience within a consulting or design-build firm

Andritz

Mechanical Engineer

Arlington, TX · On-site

S.) in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology. 2) A minimum of two years related experience in project engineering or mechanical design (full time or engineering internships) is preferred ...

Armstrong World Industries

PA · On-site

$16.75 - $22.50/hr

... Mechanical - Capital Engineering Intern ... Completing an assigned engineering project during the term of the internship * Contributing to ...

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Armstrong World Industries

PA · On-site

$16.75 - $22.50/hr

... Mechanical - Capital Engineering Intern ... Completing an assigned engineering project during the term of the internship * Contributing to ...

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Parallel Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Parallel Systems is building autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to ... internships, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design/Build/Fly, rocket club, robotics, senior design, or ...

PacifiCorp

Mechanical Engineer

Glenrock, WY

General Purpose Provides boiler, performance,and general mechanical engineering support to ... Engineering internship or other experience specific to applicable discipline. * Completion of ...

PacifiCorp

Mechanical Engineer

Glenrock, WY · On-site

General Purpose Provides boiler, performance,and general mechanical engineering support to ... Engineering internship or other experience specific to applicable discipline. * Completion of ...

PacifiCorp

Mechanical Engineer

WY · On-site

General Purpose Provides boiler, performance,and general mechanical engineering support to ... Engineering internship or other experience specific to applicable discipline. * Completion of ...

Parallel Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Mechanical Engineer Parallel Systems is building autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to ... Experience designing and manufacturing real mechanical hardware through internships, student teams ...

Parallel Systems

Mechanical Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Mechanical Engineer Parallel Systems is building autonomous, battery-electric rail vehicles to ... Experience designing and manufacturing real mechanical hardware through internships, student teams ...

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How much do mechanical engineer internships jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical engineer internships in the United States is $33.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.92 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a mechanical engineer internship?

Mechanical Engineer Internships are temporary, practical work experiences in the field of mechanical engineering, typically offered to students or recent graduates. These internships provide hands-on exposure to engineering tasks such as designing, testing, and analyzing mechanical systems, often under the supervision of experienced engineers. Interns gain valuable skills, industry knowledge, and professional connections that can help them secure full-time positions after graduation. Most internships last for a few months during the summer or academic year and may be paid or unpaid depending on the employer.

What types of projects can a mechanical engineer intern expect to work on during their internship?

Mechanical Engineer Interns typically work on a variety of hands-on and design-focused projects, such as assisting with CAD modeling, prototype development, testing, and data analysis. Interns often support senior engineers in troubleshooting mechanical systems, conducting experiments, and documenting results. These projects provide valuable exposure to real-world engineering challenges and may involve collaboration with cross-functional teams like manufacturing, quality assurance, or product design. The experience gained helps interns develop technical and teamwork skills that are essential for future full-time roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a mechanical engineer intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you need a solid understanding of engineering principles, basic CAD design skills, and progress toward a relevant degree such as mechanical engineering. Familiarity with software like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and sometimes experience with simulation tools like ANSYS, is commonly expected. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help interns contribute meaningfully and learn from senior engineers. These skills and qualities are important for successfully supporting engineering projects, adapting to real-world challenges, and maximizing learning during the internship.
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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineer Internships job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,055 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Intern - Mechanical Engineer (Fall 2026)

Persistent Systems

Manhattan, NY • On-site, Remote

$25 - $30/hr

Internship

Posted 12 hours ago

Posted today

Job description

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer Intern who is interested in mechanical design to join our Engineering team for the Fall of 2026 internship.  The Mechanical Engineer Internship will focus on research and development of new products, leading improvements existing products and overall systems solutions. The Mechanical Engineer Intern will help in developing Wave Relay Product solutions with our DOD customers.  The Mechanical Engineer Intern will help to identify customer needs through the systems team’s face-to-face interaction with customers and play a critical role in developing the product solution.  The Mechanical Engineer Intern will operate out of our New York City headquarters and manage projects involving a variety of functions with both on-site and remote teams.   

Position Responsibilities 

  • Managing, deriving, and capturing mechanical requirements from Product/Program requirements, electrical interface design specifications, component requirements, and functional block diagrams
  • Supporting environmental and thermal product testing
  • Supporting and facilitating engineering projects including new product/solution development, product changes, and customer integration
  • Supporting the change management process to ensure all required actions have been completed and that communication to key stakeholders is maintained
  • Ensuring quality documentation is updated/created as required, including technical manuals
  • Providing support and delivering solutions for rapid development projects
  • Modifying and updating requirements documents
  • Coordinating preparation of design drawings including updates
  • Supporting and facilitating project scheduling

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, robotics mechatronics, or related field and have completed at least two years of the program
  • Successfully completed at least one course in engineering design
  • Must have a United States security clearance or the ability to obtain a United States security clearance 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior Internship experience with solid modeling software (Solidworks or other)
  • Prior Internship experience with systems development, evaluation and requirements capture
  • Prior Internship experience with Data Management Software (Pro/Intralink, PDM etc)
  • Prior Internship experience with 3D printing and/or machining knowledge.
  • Prior Internship experience with detail drawings creation and basic knowledge of tolerance stack-up
  • Prior Internship experience with electronics packaging

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The pay for this role will vary from $25 to $30 an hour based on the selected individual's experience.


Persistent Systems, LLC is a leading global provider of mobile networking solutions for military, first responder, government, and commercial markets. We engineer our Wave Relay® MANET and Cloud Relay™ technology to transmit voice, video, and situational awareness under the most difficult conditions. Through the Wave Relay® Ecosystem, an alliance of industry-leading companies, Persistent unites warfighters, UGVs, UAVs, sensors, cameras, and devices on a common network. Persistent was founded in 2007 and has offices in New York City, Colorado, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, and Wyoming.

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