Biomechanical Engineering Intern

Life Fitness; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

On-site internship program

Job summary

Life Fitness / Hammer Strength invites Biomechanics Engineering interns to join our Chicago area team. The program runs on-site in Rosemont, IL for 12 weeks and culminates in a final presentation to senior leaders.

You will gather feedback, analyze movement, assist with data collection, and contribute to product insights with cross-functional teams. Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program in Biomechanical/ Biomedical/ Mechanical Engineering, with a 2028 or 2029 graduation date and a minimum

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Biomechanical/Biomedical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Expected graduation 2028 or 2029 with GPA 3.5+.
• On-site Chicagoland area internship program.

Responsibilities

• Gather subjective exercise feedback and correlate with objective measures.
• Analyze human movement and gait metrics.
• Assist with collecting and analyzing metabolic data during exercise testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product concepts and user experience.

Skills

Data analysis

Motion analysis

CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biomechanical Engineering / Biomedical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

OpenSim

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

## Biomechanical Engineering InternApply: Rosemont, IL: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR-025278# **Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together.**# ## ## **About the Opportunity:**The Life Fitness / Hammer Strength Internship Program 2027 provides students with meaningful, hands-on experience that supports both professional growth and business impact. As a Biomechanics Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers and researchers to evaluate exercise performance, analyze human movement, and support product innovation initiatives. Through real-world projects, mentorship, and collaboration, you'll gain valuable exposure to the intersection of engineering, human performance, and fitness technology. **As our Biomechanics Engineering Intern, you will:** * Gather subjective exercise feedback and correlate findings with objective performance measures.* Analyze human kinematics, movement patterns, and gait metrics associated with the use of Life Fitness / Hammer Strength equipment.* Assist with collecting and analyzing metabolic response data during exercise testing.* Contribute to a high-impact, business-critical project focused on improving product performance, user experience, or engineering insights.* Support research, testing, and validation activities related to biomechanical engineering and human performance.* Perform day-to-day engineering, analytical, and project-based responsibilities within the biomechanics engineering function.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help evaluate product concepts, design improvements, and user experience opportunities.* Analyze data, identify trends, and communicate findings through reports and presentations.* Participate in a **12-week** cross-functional intern case study project, culminating in a final presentation to senior leaders, stakeholders, and managers.* Attend team and departmental meetings to gain broader business exposure and share project progress. **What Life Fitness / Hammer Strength is looking for in our Biomechanics Engineering Intern:** * Currently enrolled in a full-time bachelor's degree program in Biomechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with an expected graduation date in **2028 or 2029**.* Strong academic standing preferred, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5.* Must be local to the Chicagoland area and available to participate in an on-site internship program.* Interest in biomechanical engineering, human performance, exercise physiology, product development, or engineering research.* Experience with data analysis, laboratory test protocols, motion analysis, or engineering projects is a plus.* Experience with CAD and human simulation tools (SolidWorks, OpenSim) a plus.* Demonstrated initiative, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn.* Excellent organizational and time management skills.* Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.* Ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.* Strong written and verbal communication skills.* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength, we believe in taking care of our team with a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive pay and a range of valuable benefits. The base wage range for this position, intended for U.S. applicants, is $24.00 - $27.00 per hour and includes eligibility for overtime. The actual base pay will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities. The range reflected is based on a primary work location of Rosemont, IL and the actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.Life Fitness / Hammer Strength provides a valuable and enriching experience for interns. Depending on the length and timing of their internship, interns may qualify for paid holidays during their assignment. They are also eligible for paid sick leave as outlined by state and local laws. Eligibility for all benefits is determined by the applicable plan documents and company policies.