(Fall 2026) Mechanical Engineering Intern - Innovation

iRobot; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

iRobot in Bedford, MA is seeking an undergraduate Mechanical Engineering student for a full-time internship from August through December, with potential extension into the Spring. You will work with engineers to plan, test, and document innovation workstreams, evaluating components and assembling prototypes.

The role requires 40 hours/week, strong CAD skills (CREO), hands-on manufacturing experience, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic team environment. Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• Outstanding academic record.
• Experience with manufacturing methods including machine shop equipment and 3D printing.
• Project or work experience using CAD systems such as CREO.

Responsibilities

• Work under the guidance of iRobot engineers to plan, execute, and document innovation workstreams.
• Test and evaluate robotic components and subsystems.
• Assemble and/or refurbish prototypes for testing.
• Provide feedback, analyze and debug performance-related issues.
• CAD support for design changes and participate in design reviews
• Analysis of robotic components
• Design and manufacture test fixtures for engineers
• Develop test metrics and run tests that evaluate new designs
• Research new technologies or study fielded examples of relevant adjacent technologies
• Write reports to document how the robot satisfies a given requirement

Skills

CAD (CREO)

3D printing

Machining

Teamwork

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO CAD

Job description

Introduction

Do you want to intern at one of the largest consumer robot companies in the world? As a pioneer in the robot industry, our goal is to drive innovation, serve as an industry catalyst and change the world by empowering people to do more.

Salary Range: $17.55 - $25.00

Do you want to intern at one of the largest consumer robot companies in the world? As a pioneer in the robot industry, our goal is to drive innovation, serve as an industry catalyst and change the world by empowering people to do more.

Our innovation team is looking for an undergraduate student to work full-time in our Bedford, MA office from August through end of December with potential to extend through the Spring. Students must have the ability to commute to our Bedford, MA office and work 40 hours Monday-Friday.

What You Will Do

• Work under the guidance of iRobot engineers to plan, execute, and document innovation workstreams
• Test and evaluate robotic components and subsystems
• Assemble and/or refurbish prototypes for testing
• Provide feedback, analyze and debug performance-related issues
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) support for design changes and participate in design reviews
• Analysis of robotic components
• Design and manufacture test fixtures for engineers
• Develop test metrics and run tests that evaluate new designs
• Research new technologies or study fielded examples of relevant adjacent technologies
• Write reports to document how the robot satisfies a given requirement

To Be Successful You Will Have

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• Outstanding academic record
• Broad scholastic experience in multiple disciplines
• Experience with various manufacturing methods including machine shop equipment and 3D printing.
• Project or work experience using CAD systems such as CREO.
• Aptitude and desire to work in a dynamic environment in a self-motivated, action-oriented fashion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Comfortable exploring work tasks, seeking out answers, and working independently when necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills track record and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, planning and prioritization skills.
• Mandarin fluency a plus

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of any additional employment visas at this time