2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern

Find a- Textron; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 6,000 - 9,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship stipend

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

401(k) vesting credit

Alternative schedules

Job summary

Textron offers a 2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern position in Augusta, GA, providing hands-on experience on real projects alongside seasoned professionals. The internship emphasizes mentorship, skill-building, and exposure to cross-functional design reviews and manufacturing considerations.

Responsibilities include aiding in design and development of mechanical and electrical systems, adhering to project timelines, creating specifications, and working with GD&T and BOM processes.

Qualifications

• Education: pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical or Electrical Engineering or another related field required
• Software Knowledge: Microsoft Office applications, CAD, Visual Basic or other programming languages preferred, Matlab

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks to assist in the design and development of mechanical or electrical systems (vehicle frame, steering, suspension, axles, drivelines, seating, roll cages, body panels, lighting, electrical harness and system design)
• Work within defined project timelines to complete tasks according to project schedule
• Revise, review, and create functional specifications and engineering design standards
• Develop and design packaging layouts
• Create, test, and analyze plans for product validation
• Perform tolerance studies on components and assemblies
• Develop and release engineering components, drawings, and vehicle bill of material
• Incorporate GD&T on engineering drawings
• Resolve and document design issues found during testing
• Participate in cross functional design reviews and DFA/DFM assessments

Skills

CAD

Microsoft Office

Visual Basic

Programming languages

Matlab

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Job description

2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern

As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways -- working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions.

Responsibilities

• Completion of assigned tasks to assist in the design and development of various mechanical or electrical systems, such as vehicle frame, steering, suspension, axles, drivelines, seating, roll cages, body panels, lighting, electrical harness and electrical system design, circuit board design, or microprocessor programming.
• Work within defined project timelines to complete tasks according to project schedule.
• Revise, review, and create functional specifications and engineering design standards.
• Develop and design packaging layouts.
• Create, test, and analyze plans for product validation.
• Perform tolerance studies on components and assemblies.
• Develop and release engineering components, assembly drawings, and vehicle bill of material.
• Incorporate Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) on engineering drawings.
• Resolve and document design issues found during testing.
• Participate in cross functional design reviews and Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Assessments on Components & Assemblies.

Why You'll Love Interning at Textron

This internship is more than a summer experience --- offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.

Our benefits include

• Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend
• Mentorship, training, and development opportunities
• Real project work and hands-on experience
• Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment
• Alternative work schedules at select locations

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Qualifications

• Education: pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical or Electrical Engineering or another related field required
• Software Knowledge: Microsoft Office applications, CAD, Visual Basic or other programming languages preferred, Matlab

AI Readiness:Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required --- we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company

Textron Specialized Vehicles

Primary Location

US-Georgia-Augusta

Job Field

Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Internship / Co-Op

Shift

First Shift