Mechanical Design Intern — SolidWorks & POS Hardware

Socket.dev; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc. in Durham, NC invites applications for a Fall 2026 Mechanical Engineer Intern. The program runs Sept 14 – Dec 4, about 20 hours per week, with schedule determined with the manager.

The internship focuses on hardware development and supporting the product line of Point-of-Sale solutions. Ideal candidate has some Retail industry background, SolidWorks experience, and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Hands-on hardware design experience with mechanical and electrical interfaces.
• Ability to translate ideas into hardware drawings and specs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create/modify designs for parts and assemblies with the team.
• Update drawings and specifications as needed.
• Address defects arising from design and prototype builds.
• Assist in building prototypes or early units.
• Learn product development lifecycle from concept to a usable product.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Hardware design

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-driven

Hands-on hardware experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, Inc. in Durham, NC invites applications for a Fall 2026 Mechanical Engineer Intern. The program runs Sept 14 – Dec 4, about 20 hours per week, with schedule determined with the manager.

The internship focuses on hardware development and supporting the product line of Point-of-Sale solutions. Ideal candidate has some Retail industry background, SolidWorks experience, and strong communication.