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Safran

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Rochester, NY · On-site

$22/hr

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for designing, fabricating and testing mechanical designs for precision GPS-based products, and simulators, while working under the ...

Safran

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Rochester, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $25/hr

AtSafran Federal Systems, we value internships that align well with intern growth as well as ... or Engineering Technology) * Conceptual understanding of mechanical design concepts and best ...

Kodak

Electrical Engineering Intern

Rochester, NY

$24 - $26/hr

As an intern, you will work with very strong mechanical and electrical engineers, mechanics, and operators. You will have the opportunity to learn and perform the following duties: Review the I/O ...

Kodak

Electrical Engineering Intern

Rochester, NY · On-site

$24 - $26/hr

As an intern, you will work with very strong mechanical and electrical engineers, mechanics, and operators. You will have the opportunity to learn and perform the following duties: • Review the I/O ...

Fermilab

Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Student

Batavia, NY

$21.26 - $25.93/hr

Fermilab's AD Mechanical Support and Target Systems Departments seeks a Mechanical Engineering Cooperative Education Student. A Co-op Student takes on projects in support of the Mechanical and Target ...

Safran

Engineering Internships! Fall 2026

West Henrietta, NY · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

As an Engineering Intern, you will be working with our global R&D team on our Timing and Synchronization Products. We're looking for Interns enrolled in a four-year or post-graduate degree program in ...

Sperra

R&D Intern - New York

Bergen, NY · On-site

$25 - $35/hr

Undergraduate, graduate student, or recent graduate in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering ... As an R&D intern, you will support the development of Sperra's 3D concrete printing technology by ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical engineering intern in Rochester, NY is $21.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As a mechanical engineering intern, you prepare calculations and reports, gain experience with engineering systems, integrate tracking plans, and perform analysis of mechanical design choices. You may help test products, interact with various members of a project team, and create or modify CAD models. As an intern, your responsibilities are limited, and most employers consider gaining experience to be the most important part of your job. Many mechanical engineering interns focus on building professional relationships in the hope of landing a permanent job after graduating. You may need to develop your skills in engineering, CAD software, and prototyping during your internship.

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To thrive as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you need a solid grasp of engineering fundamentals, problem-solving abilities, and coursework in mechanical design or analysis, often supported by progress toward a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software (such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD), simulation tools, and basic lab equipment is typically required. Strong communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn help interns adapt quickly and contribute effectively to projects. These skills and qualities are important to ensure interns can support engineering teams, apply theory to real-world challenges, and grow within the profession.

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As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you'll often assist with a mix of design, analysis, and testing projects under the guidance of experienced engineers. Interns commonly use CAD software to create or modify designs, help with prototype assembly, perform basic calculations, and assist in conducting experiments or tests. You can expect significant hands-on experience, especially in labs or on the shop floor, learning how theoretical concepts are applied in real-world engineering tasks. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, such as manufacturing or quality assurance, is typical, providing valuable exposure to the entire product lifecycle.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Safran

Rochester, NY • On-site

$22/hr

Internship

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Safran rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 59 rated aerospace companies

Job description

The Opportunity:
At Safran Federal Systems, we value internships that align well with intern growth as well as company growth. As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will be responsible for designing, fabricating and testing mechanical designs for precision GPS-based products, and simulators, while working under the guidance of a Senior Engineer.
Our Technology:
Safran Federal Systems provides
Resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (R-PNT)solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, defense organizations and their contractors. Safran Federal Systems is authorized to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects, in addition to supporting strategic partnerships for key defense PNT technologies.
How I will Contribute:
  • Working closely with Senior and Lead Engineers in an office and lab space environment designing the latest GPS-based and alternative PNT hardware.
  • Testing new prototypes and hardware revisions to new and legacy products to ensure our products meet the highest standards and specifications.
  • Devising test procedures, experiments, test fixtures; performing those tests, analyzing the results and generating comprehensive test reports and recommendations.
  • Analyzing problem reports and designing fixes or revisions
  • Working with vendors, subcontractors, and customers to understand their needs and applications toward solving problems in deployments

What you bring to the role:
  • Current enrollment in college (Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Technology)
  • Conceptual understanding of mechanical design concepts and best practices encompassing structures, vibration and heat transfer
  • Basic understanding of modern fabrication techniques both additive and subtractive in nature
  • Experience with one or more 3D modeling SW suites (Inventor preferred, Solidworks, Creo, etc.)
  • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • The ability to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
  • Curiosity and passion for mechanical engineering and technology with the ability to learn.
  • Experience with machine shop tools is a plus

About Safran Federal Systems:
Safran Federal Systems has been awarded as a Winner of the USA Today and Rochester Metro Area Top Workplaces 2025 Award.
In 2022, Safran acquired Orolia, now Safran Trusted 4D, the world leader in Resilient PNT. At the intersection of critical infrastructure and national defense, Safran Trusted 4D solutions govern and protect the integrity of systems that shape the world. In early 2019, Orolia Defense & Security spun off as a separate entity from its parent company Orolia, with the mission of providing resilient Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) solutions and custom engineering services to U.S. Government agencies, U.S. Defense organizations, and their contractors.
In August of 2019, Safran Federal Systems acquired Talen-X, a U.S. company specializing in advanced GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) Simulation solutions and Interference, Detection, and Mitigation (IDM) technologies. Talen-X's portfolio was an ideal fit and has helped to enhance Safran FS's overall offerings. The acquisition enabled Talen-X's existing resources, operations and capabilities to be scaled and accelerated to better support the warfighter. Read the press releasehere.
Safran Federal Systems operates as a proxy-regulated company, Free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI). As such, Safran FS Defense & Security is approved to work on the full spectrum of U.S. Government classified and unclassified projects and is positioned to support strategic partnerships in the development of key PNT technologies for the defense market.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Please note this description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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