Mechanical Engineering Co-op: Summer 2027 – Hands-on R&D

Schaeffler; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

3 paid vacation days per work term

Paid holidays & vacation

401K match up to 6%

Employee appreciation events

Training opportunities

Job summary

Schaeffler invites engineering students to join its Co-op program in Michigan. You’ll work on engine or chassis projects, learn from experienced engineers, and contribute to real research and development initiatives during the term.

The program emphasizes hands-on design, testing, and collaboration with the engineering team, with multiple training formats and future full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication ability (written & verbal).
• Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results.
• SAE collegiate competition team preferred.
• 3D CAD modeling and software preferred.
• Mechanical hobbyist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support design tasks, including calculation, simulation, CAD modeling, analysis, component sizing.
• Component or system level mechanical testing.
• Component teardown analysis – physical teardown, inspection pictures, documentation.
• Interfacing teams – effectively communicate with cross-functional teams to complete tasks.
• Work independently and be open to instruction.
• Development opportunities through projects, job-rotation, training, and exposure to Schaeffler’s processes.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D CAD modeling

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schaeffler invites engineering students to join its Co-op program in Michigan. You’ll work on engine or chassis projects, learn from experienced engineers, and contribute to real research and development initiatives during the term.

The program emphasizes hands-on design, testing, and collaboration with the engineering team, with multiple training formats and future full-time opportunities.