Intern - Mechanical Engineer Thermal (Summer 2027)

North Atlantic Industries, Inc.; Bohemia, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

North Atlantic Industries, Inc. is offering an Internship - Mechanical Engineer Thermal on Long Island. The role focuses on supporting thermal design, testing, and manufacturing of high-reliability electronic systems.

You will gain hands-on experience with thermal analysis and fixture/tooling design. Ideal candidates pursue an engineering degree with strong math/physics coursework and show basic understanding of electronics.

Qualifications

• Pursue a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or related discipline and complete coursework in advanced mathematics, physics, or related engineering subjects.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of electronics and electronic components.
• Communicate effectively and apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and detailing of mechanical designs for new and existing products.
• Contribute to thermal analysis and related design evaluations.
• Assist with fixture and tooling design in support of thermal testing.
• Evaluate mechanical design constraints that affect product performance and manufacturability.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate design updates to engineering stakeholders.

Skills

Basic electronics understanding

Effective communication

Analytical problem-solving

Drafting standards familiarity

Education

Engineering degree coursework (Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems)

Advanced math/physics coursework

Thermal analysis or product design coursework/experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Thermal/structural analysis software

Job description

Description

North Atlantic Industries is a leading provider of embedded electronic solutions, specializing in rugged embedded computing, power supplies and motion simulation and measurement technologies. Our products and services are used by the military, aerospace, and industrial markets, helping to advance technology and protect the free world.

NAI was proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace on Long Island by Newsday! Our culture is very collaborative. We have team building events, company picnics, special event day and employee game room. Please visit our website at www.naii.com/careers to see more about what makes us a unique place to work.

Summary:

As the Intern - Mechanical Engineer Thermal, you will support thermal design and testing activities for new and existing NAI products. You will gain hands-on experience with thermal design, testing, and manufacturing of high-reliability electronic systems.

Requirements

• Support the development and detailing of mechanical designs for new and existing products.
• Contribute to thermal analysis and related design evaluations.
• Assist with fixture and tooling design in support of thermal testing.
• Evaluate mechanical design constraints that affect product performance and manufacturability.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and communicate design updates to engineering stakeholders.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Pursue a degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline. Complete coursework in advanced mathematics, physics, or related engineering subjects.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of electronics and electronic components.
• Communicate effectively and apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrate experience with 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar tools.
• Possess exposure to structural, thermal, or mechanical analysis software.
• Demonstrate familiarity with mechanical drafting standards and practices.
• Possess coursework, project, or internship experience related to thermal analysis or product design.

Work Schedule and Environment

• Monday to Friday, Day Shift
• Discretionary 9/80 Schedule
• Business casual dress code

This is a Paid Internship. Full-time schedules for Summer internships. Approx. Start Date End of May/Beg of June.

Internship salary is based on position and academic year standing.

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