Looking for an exciting opportunity to learn more about Mechanical Engineering this Summer? Join our team in Salt Lake City!
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to research, evaluate, and present mechanical options for modifying the shock absorption characteristics of an installed wood sports floor system. This project will support the development of practical concepts that could improve or adjust floor performance without requiring full floor replacement.
The intern will work with R&D and the technical service team to understand current wood floor construction methods, shock absorption performance requirements, and potential mechanical approaches for changing system response after installation.
Your Day to Day
- Research existing wood sports floor construction systems, subfloor designs, pads, sleepers, panels, anchors, fasteners, and resilient components.
- Identify mechanical methods that could increase, decrease, or fine-tune shock absorption in an already-installed wood floor.
- Review relevant industry performance concepts such as shock absorption, vertical deformation, ball rebound, vibration response, dead spots, and long-term durability.
- Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to understand real-world constraints.
- Prepare sketches, diagrams, simple models, or calculations to explain each proposed mechanical concept.
- Compare options in a clear decision matrix.
- Develop and deliver a final PowerPoint presentation summarizing findings, recommended options, risks, and next steps.
What we would love about you:
- Curiosity about how mechanical systems perform in real-world installed conditions.
- Ability to think creatively about retrofit solutions and practical field constraints.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Willingness to ask questions and engage with technical experts.
- Ability to balance engineering theory with manufacturability, installation practicality, and customer impact.
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Expected to be between junior and senior year at the time of internship.
- Strong interest in mechanical systems, materials, product design, structural behavior, or sports surfaces.
- Ability to conduct technical research and translate findings into practical recommendations.
- Comfortable creating PowerPoint presentations, tables, diagrams, and summary reports.
- Basic understanding of mechanics, springs/dampers, vibration, load transfer, materials, and structural response.
- Experience with CAD, Excel, or basic engineering analysis tools is helpful but not required.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently with guidance.
Final Deliverable
The intern will prepare a professional presentation that includes:
- Summary of key mechanical and material variables affecting floor response, durability and reliability.
- Pros, cons, risks, and cost considerations for each option.
- Recommended concepts for further testing or prototyping.
- Open technical questions and suggested next steps.
What you would love about us
This internship will provide exposure to sports flooring systems, mechanical performance testing concepts, product development, field installation practices, and customer-driven engineering problem solving. The intern will gain experience converting a technical research assignment into a business-ready recommendation presentation.
At Gerflor USA we strive to improve people's lives by providing safe and creative flooring solutions that exceed their needs and contribute to a better world. Join our team and help make the world a better place today!
