Mechanical Engineering Intern

Promega Corporation; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Promega Corporation in Madison, WI, offers a learning-focused co-op beginning in June 2027 through December 2027. The role provides hands-on support to engineering, assisting in building and testing prototype products and drafting engineering drawings under supervision.

Your growth will come from writing test documentation, fabricating fixtures, and coordinating with production on assembly instructions while adhering to safety and Promega’s ESI principles.

Qualifications

• 1+ year toward a BS in Engineering
• Eager to contribute and learn
• Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills
• Driven, self-starter mindset
• Able to manage multiple priorities
• Some CAD training, AutoCAD preferred
• Proficient with digital tools, MS Office, and adaptable to AI tools

Responsibilities

• Write and execute equipment testing documents for new mechanical systems.
• Create and fabricate test fixtures.
• Create engineering drawings under the supervision of hardware engineer.
• Build prototypes, create bills of materials, and work with production on assembly instructions.
• Demonstrates inclusion and maintains a safe workspace, with kindness and respect.
• Incorporate Promega’s 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence principles in daily work.
• Understand and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Eagerness to learn

Organization

Communication

Self-starter

Prioritization

CAD training

Microsoft Office

AI awareness

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB OBJECTIVE

This position is meant as a learning opportunity for an individual who is in the process of obtaining a degree in the field of Mechanical Engineering. This person will be able to obtain hands on work experience by providing technical support to engineering as well as by assisting in the building and testing of prototype products.

• *This Co-op will start in June 2027 and finish in December 2027. There is some flexibility regarding start and end dates.

CORE DUTIES

• Write and execute equipment testing documents for new mechanical systems.
• Create and fabricate test fixtures.
• Create engineering drawings under the supervision of hardware engineer.
• Build prototypes, create bills of materials work with production on assembly instructions.
• Demonstrates inclusion through their own words and actions and is accountable for a safe workspace. Acts with kindness, curiosity and respect for others.
• Embracing and being open to incorporating Promega’s 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work.
• Understands and complies with ethical, legal and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1 year of instruction towards a BS in Engineering.
• Eager to contribute and learn.
• Excellent organization, communication, and presentation skills.
• Driven individual with a track record of being a self-starter.
• Ability to handle both multiple and changing priorities.
• Some CAD (preferred AutoCad) training.
• Demonstrated proficiency in digital tools and technology, including Microsoft applications and mobile platforms, with the ability to adapt and leverage emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, to improve efficiency, automation, and collaboration.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous work experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to observe and inspect equipment and operations for proper operation and compliance to safety and housekeeping standards.
• Ability to work in a production environment around automated equipment.
• Ability to work in an office environment utilizing a computer workstation.
• Ability to work in a lab environment with chemical, biological and packaging materials.
• Ability to remain stationary for several hours at a time.
• Ability to position oneself in low positions.
• Ability to move objects up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to transport items between buildings.

At Promega, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.