Mechanical Engineer Intern: CAD, Prototyping & Testing

IDEX Corporation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

IDEX Corporation in Oklahoma City is offering a Mechanical Engineer Intern position. You will gain hands-on experience supporting the Engineering team with design, testing, documentation, and manufacturing processes in a real-world setting.

This internship is intended for current mechanical engineering students, requires coursework in CAD and fundamentals, and emphasizes teamwork, data collection, and learning through projects alongside engineers and cross‑functional partners.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar) through coursework or projects preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with product design, development, and improvement projects under supervision.
• Create and update engineering drawings, models, and documentation using CAD software.
• Support engineering change requests by updating documentation, drawings, bills of material, and related records.
• Assist with prototype builds, product testing, and validation activities.
• Collect, organize, and analyze engineering test data and prepare summaries of findings.
• Support research and development projects through data gathering, testing, and documentation.
• Assist with the creation and maintenance of work instructions, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Participate in design reviews, continuous improvement initiatives, and problem-solving activities.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to support product development and production needs.
• Assist with First Article Inspection and component qualification activities as assigned.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and support document control processes.
• Participate in team meetings to gain an understanding of engineering workflows, product development processes, and manufacturing operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Mechanical fundamentals

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks/Creo)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

IDEX Corporation in Oklahoma City is offering a Mechanical Engineer Intern position. You will gain hands-on experience supporting the Engineering team with design, testing, documentation, and manufacturing processes in a real-world setting.

This internship is intended for current mechanical engineering students, requires coursework in CAD and fundamentals, and emphasizes teamwork, data collection, and learning through projects alongside engineers and cross‑functional partners.