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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Torrance, CA

$19.50 - $26.25/hr

Overview Antcom, part of Hexaogn Autonomous Solutions is searching for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support product development activities and mechanical design best practices. In this role you ...

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$21.25 - $28.50/hr

The Role - Mechanical Engineering Intern Join our hardware team and help turn designs into working systems. You'll support reactor subsystem design in CAD, assist with prototype builds and testing ...

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

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Waukesha, WI

$18.75 - $25.25/hr

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How much do mechanical engineering intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for mechanical engineering intern in the United States is $21.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, and why are they important?

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.

What Does a Mechanical Engineering Intern Do?

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.

What types of projects do Mechanical Engineering Interns typically work on, and how much hands-on experience can I expect?

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.

What does a Mechanical Engineering Intern do?

A Mechanical Engineering Intern assists engineers in designing, developing, and testing mechanical devices and systems. They typically work on tasks such as creating CAD drawings, conducting research, performing calculations, and helping with prototype assembly or testing. Interns gain hands-on experience by supporting ongoing projects and collaborating with other engineers and technicians. This role provides valuable exposure to real-world engineering challenges and helps students apply their academic knowledge in a practical setting.
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Infographic showing various Mechanical Engineering Intern job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,516 per year, or $21.9 per hour.
Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Hexagon

Torrance, CA

$19.50 - $26.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Overview

Antcom, part of Hexaogn Autonomous Solutions is searching for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support product development activities and mechanical design best practices. In this role you will have the opportunity work on a wide variety of product designs. Come join our engineering team to rapidly develop rugged, highly manufacturable antenna products for customers across many industries and around the world.

The Company: Antcom is a leader in the field of antennas, working with some of the largest, most advanced technology companies in the world.  From fighter jets to satellites to autonomous tractors, our products find applications in tough operating conditions.  Working at Antcom combines all the benefits of being at a small company with the professional satisfaction of developing some of the most widely used antennas in the world.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of NovAtel and part of the Hexagon Group, Antcom is positioned to rapidly respond to customer requirements while enjoying the benefits of being part of a large global organization.  We specialize in rapid customization of products with short timescales from concept to delivery onto customer platforms.  Join our fast-paced team to challenge yourself to design antennas for a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, survey, and agriculture.

The Location: Hexagon is a global company with locations around the world. This position is based in the oceanside community of Torrance, CA. One of the best places to live in California with ocean beaches, plenty of parks and endless sunny days.

Responsibilities

As Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will:

  • Contribute to the design of new and existing antenna products by creating, modifying and updating CREO models and drawings for antenna components, test fixtures, assembly tools, and verification test mounts
  • Perform tolerance stackups, select appropriate commercial off the shelf components, and analyze designs for survivability in various environmental conditions
  • Champion continuous improvement by updating product designs to include engineering best practices, ensuring documentation is accurate and includes necessary GD&T
  • Create and maintain item numbers and BOMs in material resource planning (MRP) tool (Syteline)
  • Document new product designs and changes through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), process ECOs through the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool Windchill
  • Support sales, product management, and operations by addressing customer questions, completing feasibility studies, and troubleshooting issues
Qualifications

Must-Have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; progress towards a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferred
  • Experience with CAD modeling softwares, CREO (Pro/Engineer) preferred 
  • Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stackup analysis, and material strength calculations 
  • Applicants for select positions that require access to information controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") must be US Persons per ITAR 120.15 and EAR 772.1 (i.e., a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or admitted to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee), or be otherwise eligible to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Government to access controlled information. Employment is contingent upon Antcom's ability to obtain such required authorization for the applicant

Key Success Factors: 

  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced, tight deadline environment and perform well under pressure
  • Ability to make customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions
  • Ability to adapt to organizational needs, and willingness to take on new roles as required
  • Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgrounds
  • Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills

Nice-to-Have:

  • Experience designing or fabricating CNC machined or molded parts
  • Knowledge of robustness standards (MIL-STD-810G, DO-160G)
  • Experience designing products for the aerospace and/or defense industries

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Compensation & Benefits 

Hexagon's Autonomy & Positioning division provides the following compensation range and a general description of other compensation and benefits.  This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule.  The Company reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range or offer other compensation depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state or federal law.  Our benefits and bonus plans are reviewed annually and are subject to change at the company's discretion.  

Hiring Salary Range: : $20 - $25 per hour

Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and a generous 401(k) company match.  We also provide tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses.  

Professional Development: We provide education assistance, funding for professional association memberships, mentoring programs and access to tools, resources and training to navigate your career.

Employment Type: OTHER