Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027

vibehackers; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support for AI tools

Access to AI Large Language Models

Job summary

SSOE is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op for Spring 2027 in its Nashville, TN office. This full-time, onsite role offers hands-on engineering tasks under supervision, adherence to department standards, and exposure to AI tools and training to boost productivity.

The co-op emphasizes meeting deadlines, delivering quality work on schedule and within budget, and gaining practical engineering experience in a collaborative setting with supported access to industry-leading AI platforms.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 2- or 4-year college degree program with co-op/internship eligibility.
• Second- or third-year students preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational skills; ability to follow detailed instructions and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned mechanical engineering tasks under supervision of the Department Manager or designee.
• Learn and apply department standards, methods, and procedures.
• Meet daily deadlines and complete special projects as assigned.
• Support team efforts to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Following Instructions

Detail Orientation

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Enrollment in a two- or four-year college

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027

Uses vibe-coding platforms and provides access to AI LLMs with training; explicitly encourages using AI to boost productivity.

About the Role

Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027) is a full-time, onsite co-op at SSOE's Nashville, TN office where the student performs supervised mechanical engineering tasks, learns department standards and procedures, and supports project delivery. The role emphasizes gaining practical engineering experience, meeting deadlines, and using company-provided AI tools and training to enhance productivity.

Job Description

Role

Mechanical Engineering Co-op — Spring 2027. Full-time, onsite co-op rotation at SSOE’s Nashville, TN office. The co-op performs assigned mechanical engineering tasks under close supervision, follows department standards and procedures, and contributes to delivering quality work on schedule and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform assigned tasks under close supervision of the Department Manager or designee.
• Learn and apply department standards, methods, and procedures relevant to mechanical engineering.
• Meet daily deadlines and complete special projects as assigned.
• Support team efforts to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license (may be waived for international assignments).

Requirements

• Current enrollment in a two- or four-year college degree program (co-op/internship eligibility required).
• Second- or third-year students preferred.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instruction and work in a team environment.

SSOE provides training and responsible access to industry-leading AI large language models and vibe-coding platforms, and expects co-op students to leverage these tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.

Compensation

• Hourly wage: $19–$23 per hour (depends on year in school).

Location & Work Arrangement

• Onsite at SSOE Nashville, TN office. Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this position.

Skills

Organizational Skills Teamwork Time Management Following Instructions Detail Orientation Adaptability Communication

Experience Level

Experience Level

Intern

USD 19 - 23/year

Employment Type

Internship

• Training and support for AI tools
• Access to industry-leading AI Large Language Models