Engineering Intern

Pyrotek; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Part time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial materials is offering a summer internship for an Engineering Intern in New York. This entry-level position includes responsibilities such as assisting with CAD drawings, participating in 3D modeling, and supporting administrative tasks within the Engineering department. Candidates should be pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree and possess excellent communication and computer skills. The role is non-benefited and available for 12 weeks during the summer of 2026, with an hourly pay of $22.00.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• One year of completed course studies in area of emphasis.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Engineering department with CAD and 3D modeling projects.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as manual creation.
• Learn and support various Engineering responsibilities.

Skills

Core People Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency in Excel

SolidWorks knowledge

Critical Thinking

Education

High School Diploma and currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

This position is within the Mining And Metals Industry

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you’ve never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

We are a diverse, global team of highly trained engineers and technical manufacturing experts serving in the best interests of our many industry partners. Our mission has always been to do the right thing every time for our customers and remain their long-term trusted partner.

This is a non-benefited, 12-week summer internship for the summer of 2026.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

The role of the Engineering Intern is to gain entry-level Engineering experience by learning, applying, and performing Engineering related functions, as assigned, while actively engaged and participating in a seasonal/temporary internship program. Support the Engineering department by assisting with CAD drawings and 3D modeling projects and handling administrative tasks such as equipment manual creation and printing work packages for manufacturing production.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Actively engage and work in partnership with plant leadership and support personnel to understand manufacturing processes, varying from engineering, purchasing, production, and distribution.
• Learn and support Engineering responsibilities and functions, including but not limited to:
  • Properly searching and navigating within a controlled PDM vault, locating the most recent version of a SolidWorks or AutoCAD drawing.
  • Accurately modeling in CAD and Solidworks.
  • Read and interpret manufacturing drawings and associated tolerances, and create organized, complete manufacturing instructions.
  • Write clear, concise and grammatically correct material for product manuals.
• Perform project work for an assigned area and/or scope of work, and present related information to corresponding stakeholders.

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Qualifications

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma and currently enrolled and pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, plus one (1) year of completed course studies in area of emphasis.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization.

Communication Skills. Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listen and obtain clarification, and respond well to questions. Proficiency in writing clearly and concisely and editing work for spelling and grammar.

Computer/Applications Skills. Data entry skills having a working knowledge of Microsoft products, especially proficient in Excel. The ability to read and comprehend dimensional callouts and tolerances on manufacturing drawings desired but not required. Excellent computer skills are a must to perform the required duties. The ability to use SolidWorks and AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.

Core Business Skills. Read drawings in order to understand tolerancing, geometric tolerancing. Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling of proprietary and confidential information. Ability to work independently, without significant direction and to use resources effectively to “figure it out”. Strong critical thinking skills, judgment and keen attention to detail and accuracy. Exceptional prioritization, time management and organizational skills.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend, and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone.

Working Environment

While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, team member will work 50% office and 50% manufacturing environment where Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required. Team member is regularly exposed to noise (hearing protection is required), heat and cold environmental conditions.

The hourly range for this seasonal, non-benefited position is $22.00/hourly.

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.