Internship – Mechanical Engineering (Summer 2027)

Universal Orlando; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Housing assistance eligibility

In-person in Orlando

Job summary

Universal Orlando invites motivated Mechanical Engineering students to join our in‑person internship in Orlando. You will support the development of engineering documentation, technical presentations, and lifecycle resources for theme park attractions, working with experienced engineers.

You will gain hands‑on experience using Excel, Word, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and SolidWorks while contributing to design documentation, analyses, and problem‑solving initiatives.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or graduate degree with junior status or higher.
• Minimum GPA 2.8 required.
• Transcript required on application.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills with ability to analyze issues.
• Strong technical communication and ability to create effective presentations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review engineering drawings and documentation.
• Retrieve data from SharePoint and MAXIMO; develop drawings/documentation and PowerPoint presentations for planning.
• Assist in testing and troubleshooting Ride & Show elements.
• Generate engineering calculations to support theories.
• Understand and apply engineering data collection and drafting practices.
• Support park operations through engineering records, CAD drafting, and calculations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s or graduate degree in progress

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support the development of engineering documentation, technical presentations, and lifecycle maintenance resources used to help sustain and improve theme park attractions. Working alongside experienced engineers, the intern will gain hands‑off experience using tools such as Excel, Word, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, and SolidWorks while contributing to design documentation, engineering analyses, and technical problem‑solving initiatives. This role provides exposure to real‑world engineering processes, documentation management, and attraction support within a dynamic theme park environment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Development/review of engineering drawings and documentation.
• Retrieves engineering data/information from SharePoint, MAXIMO, and develops Engineering drawings/documentation and PowerPoint presentations of technical data for business planning.
• Supports testing and troubleshooting of Ride & Show elements.
• Generates Engineering calculations to support theories.
• Understands basic Engineering practices from request to resolution.
• Learns theory of integrated systems, QC processes, manufacturing processes, and Engineering drafting practices.
• Develops an understanding of Engineering data collection, requiring some field work.
• Supports park operations through engineering records and documentation, calculations, CAD drafting, and more.
• Creates guidelines for troubleshooting, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and Team Member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In pursuit of a Bachelor or Graduate degree at an Accredited Institution with current class standing of Junior or above.
• Minimum cumulative 2.8 GPA is required.
• A transcript is required upon application.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills with the ability to analyze issues and identify practical solutions.
• Strong technical communication skills, including the ability to create effective presentations.

PREFERRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Preferred majors include: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Civil Engineering or similar.
• Preferred coursework completed: Math, Physics, Statics, Dynamics Machine Design.
• Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Solidworks, and AutoDesk Products.

Please note the following:

• This internship will be an in‑person experience, based in our Orlando offices.
• Interns must be currently pursuing a degree at an accredited university, and must have a graduation date later than August 2027.
• Universal Orlando does not provide housing. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation.
• All of our internships are paid, and you may also qualify for housing financial assistance if applicable. The Recruiter will provide specific eligibility details.

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