Engineering Co-op/Intern - Summer 2027

Tharp Consulting; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness facilities

Mentorship

Possible full-time opportunity

Job summary

Tharp Consulting in Cleveland, OH is offering a co-op/internship for mechanical engineering students to gain hands-on experience across multiple departments, including manufacturing, quality, tooling, and R&D.

You will assist with equipment installation, process improvement, testing, CAD modeling, data analysis, and project coordination, while receiving mentorship and feedback aimed at professional development; there is potential for full-time employment consideration.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a mechanical engineering program.
• GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Available for at least 10 weeks full-time.
• Experience with CAD, data analysis, and technical reporting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing, testing, facilities design, tooling development, product engineering, and supplier collaboration.
• Participate in technical testing, troubleshooting, process improvement, and project tracking.
• Assist with materials testing, weld evaluations, and infrastructure updates.
• Contribute to cross-functional meetings, documentation, and cost analysis.
• Provide technical support for production and new model activities.

Skills

CAD

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical Engineering student

Job description

Role Overview

This position offers engineering students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through co-op/internship programs in various departments. It involves supporting manufacturing, quality testing, facilities, tooling, research, and supplier activities. Key responsibilities include assisting with equipment installation, process improvement, testing procedures, troubleshooting, CAD modeling, analysis, and project coordination. Applicants will support materials testing, weld evaluations, and infrastructure modifications, as well as collaborate with cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes mentorship, performance feedback, and professional development, with access to wellness facilities and potential for full‑time employment consideration.

Qualifications & Skills

Candidates must be enrolled in a mechanical engineering or related program, have a minimum 2.5 GPA, and be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. They should have coursework in engineering, reliable transportation, and the ability to work at least 10 weeks full‑time. Strong Communication, Problem-solving, And Teamwork Skills Are Essential. Experience with CAD, data analysis, and technical reporting is preferred.

Key Duties

• Supporting manufacturing, quality testing, facilities design, tooling development, product engineering, and supplier collaboration.
• Participating in technical testing, troubleshooting, process improvement, and project tracking.
• Assisting with materials testing, weld evaluations, and infrastructure updates.
• Contributing to cross-functional meetings, documentation, and cost analysis.
• Providing technical support for production and new model activities.