Engineering – Research & Development (R&D) – Summer Internship
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About this role
Position Summary
The Engineering R&D Validation team is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to support active research, development, and validation activities. The intern will work directly alongside test engineers and technicians, gaining hands‑on experience in test setup, execution, data collection, and reporting. This role provides meaningful exposure to engineering fundamentals, laboratory test methods, instrumentation, mechanical and electrical systems, and the full lifecycle of design validation activities. This internship is ideal for students who enjoy practical, hands‑on engineering work and want to build strong technical and problem‑solving skills early in their careers.
Key Responsibilities
- Support R&D Test Engineering Activities
- Test Preparation & Laboratory Support
- Data Collection & Analysis
- Engineering Documentation & Collaboration
What You Will Learn / Gain
Upon completion of this internship, the student will gain:
- Understanding of design validation processes in an active R&D environment
- Experience supporting tests for mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems
- Exposure to instrumentation, sensors, measurement tools, and data acquisition systems
- Understanding of how engineering requirements translate into test plans
- Experience reading and interpreting mechanical drawings, schematics, and electrical diagrams
- Hands-on practice in data collection, analysis, and engineering documentation
- Strengthened problem-solving, troubleshooting, and technical communication skills
Career Development Value
This internship will:
- Provide real-world engineering experience in a product development environment
- Build practical technical skills through direct involvement in test engineering
- Expose the student to cross-functional collaboration and professional engineering practices
- Help clarify career interests across mechanical, electrical, or validation engineering
- Develop confidence, communication skills, and technical independence
Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
- Basic programming knowledge
- Proficiency with spreadsheets (Excel, Google Sheets, etc.)
- Ability to understand technical instructions and engineering documentation
- Comfort with hands-on mechanical or electrical work
Soft Skills
- Strong teamwork and collaboration
- Active listening and willingness to learn
- Good communication and openness to feedback
Education Requirements
- Currently Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering; open to undergraduate students in their 1st through 4th year of study.
Internship Program Criteria
- Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
- Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
- Must be able to complete internship from May–August 2026.
- Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
- Willingness to learn from others on the job
- Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.