Mech Design & Analysis Intern – Hybrid (Summer 2027)

GTi Energy Ltd; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule (remote Mon & Fri

On-site Tue-Thu

Job summary

GTI Energy seeks a Mechanical Design and Analysis Intern for Summer 2027 in Des Plaines, IL. You will support applied research, experimental testing, and engineering design, working with experienced staff to contribute to R&D projects and develop technical communication skills.

Applicants should be pursuing a BS or MS in mechanical, chemical, electrical, or related engineering, and demonstrate strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer, with the ability to work

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor or Graduate degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or related Engineering discipline.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and energy conversions.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with direction.

Responsibilities

• Design, assemble, and commission experimental apparatuses for energy research under supervision.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to document experiments (drawings, SOPs, safety analyses).
• Assist in experimental and field investigations of energy systems at bench or full scale, within timelines and budgets.
• Perform basic thermodynamic, fluid dynamic, and heat transfer calculations.
• Analyze data and prepare project reports for internal and external use.
• Develop technical writing and presentation skills for effective communication.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Mechanical engineering principles

Energy conversions

Independent work

Self-motivated

Education

BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering

Related engineering disciplines acceptable

Job description

GTI Energy seeks a Mechanical Design and Analysis Intern for Summer 2027 in Des Plaines, IL. You will support applied research, experimental testing, and engineering design, working with experienced staff to contribute to R&D projects and develop technical communication skills.

Applicants should be pursuing a BS or MS in mechanical, chemical, electrical, or related engineering, and demonstrate strong fundamentals in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer, with the ability to work