Hands-On Mechanical Eng Internship: CAD & Prototyping

AV; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment offers a Summer Internship Program that immerses students in hands‑on aerospace work. Interns contribute to airframes, payload enclosures and mechanical assemblies, gaining exposure to real projects and mentorship.

You will create and modify 3D CAD models in SolidWorks, run simulations, fabricate prototypes, and help generate drawings and BOMs while collaborating with engineers in a fast‑paced environment across multiple U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• Basic experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with mechanical components such as machined parts, sheet metal, plastic parts, or composite materials.
• Exposure to hands‑on prototyping, lab testing, or mechanical assembly through academic or personal projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of mechanical components and systems, including airframes, payload enclosures, ground equipment, launch systems, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks
• Support simulation and analysis tasks using tools like SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS
• Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing using in-house tools and rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing)
• Help generate technical drawings and bills of materials in accordance with industry drafting standards
• Collaborate with engineers to support design reviews, testing activities, and integration of mechanical systems
• Contribute to documentation and reporting of design progress and test results
• Learn and assist in configuration control and engineering change processes
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support ongoing development efforts

Skills

3D CAD software (SolidWorks)

SolidWorks

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Hands-on prototyping

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks EPDM

Job description

AeroVironment offers a Summer Internship Program that immerses students in hands‑on aerospace work. Interns contribute to airframes, payload enclosures and mechanical assemblies, gaining exposure to real projects and mentorship.

You will create and modify 3D CAD models in SolidWorks, run simulations, fabricate prototypes, and help generate drawings and BOMs while collaborating with engineers in a fast‑paced environment across multiple U.S. locations.