Intern

Benchmark; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Benchmark is offering a Mechanical Automation Intern position in Mesa, AZ for engineering students. The role is 100% onsite, part-time up to 30 hours/week, with a compensation of $21.00 USD per hour. This temporary internship runs during fall/spring and requires pursuing a 4-year Mechanical Engineering degree.

Responsibilities include CAD design in SolidWorks/AutoCAD, PLC programming, and troubleshooting automation hardware. Benefits are not provided due to internship temporary nature.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and experience with coding/scripting languages used in automation.
• Familiarity with automation systems and control programming is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Use CAD tools to design components, machinery, and automated workflows.
• Automation Support: Develop and implement PLC programming, sensors, and robotics to improve efficiency.
• Troubleshooting & Validation: Debug mechanical assemblies, mechatronics, and automated processes; test prototypes.
• Engineering Documentation: Generate BOMs, technical reports, and operating procedures.
• Process Improvement: Analyze workflows to identify bottlenecks and implement automation solutions.
• Machine components using CNC Mill and CNC Lathe.

Skills

CAD Software

Automation scripting

PLC programming

Education

Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Summary

Mechanical Automation Intern bridges the gap between mechanical design and automated systems, supporting tasks such as CAD modeling (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), designing components, programming control systems, and troubleshooting automation hardware. This role focuses on improving process efficiency, documenting engineering projects, and validating system performance under the supervision of Engineering.

This opportunity is temporary employment for engineering students who are seeking a fall/spring internship. This is a 100% onsite, part-time paid internship for up to 30 hours per week (except holidays). This internship is located in Mesa, AZ. Relocation and housing stipend are not offered for internships.

Principal Responsibilities

• Design and Development: Utilize CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) to design components, machinery, and automated workflows.


• Automation Support: Develop and implement PLC programming, sensors, and robotics to improve efficiency.


• Troubleshooting & Validation: Perform hands-on debugging of mechanical assemblies, mechatronics, and automated processes, as well as testing prototypes.


• Engineering Documentation: Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical reports, and operating procedures for new systems.


• Process Improvement: Analyze manufacturing workflows to identify bottlenecks and implement automation solutions to enhance performance.


• Machine components using CNC Mill and CNC Lathe.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) and experience with coding/scripting languages used in automation.

DETAILS

Education: Current student pursuing a 4 year Mechanical Engineering degree

Physical Location: Mesa, AZ

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: Part time hours within a Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm schedule

Part Time: up to 30 hours

Compensation Range: $21.00 USD

Benefits and Other Compensation: Due to the temporary nature of an internship, benefits are not provided.

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.