Mechanical Engineering Intern (Athol)

Idaho Forest Group; Athol (ID); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group is offering a Mechanical Engineer Intern position for the summer of 2027 in Athol, ID. The internship focuses on hands-on assignments under engineering guidance to support rebuilds, maintenance, and design improvements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate ME degree, can provide enrollment proof for the fall, are legally eligible to work in the U.S., and are at least 18 years old with 8–12 weeks of full-time availability.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Provide proof of enrollment in fall semester classes following the internship.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Be at least 18 years old by internship start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist in product or system rebuild/maintenance/design under the direct guidance of an Engineer.
• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine improvements.
• Work on possible design improvements.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Engineering internship

Full-time summer availability

Willingness to learn and adapt

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate ME program

Job description

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for the summer of 2027 in Athol, ID.
The Engineering Intern will care for specific assignments throughout the summer.

You’ll be a great fit if you have the ability to:

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs
• Assist in product or system rebuild/maintenance/design under the direct guidance of an Engineer
• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine
• Work on possible design improvements
• Perform Other duties as needed

To be considered you will need the following:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Must be a rising sophomore or higher, minimum GPA of 3.0
• Provide proof of enrollment in fall semester classes following the summer internship. Preference to students who are currently taking degree specific classes. Documentation must be provided prior to start date.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Be at least 18 years of age by the start of the internship.
• Commit to a minimum of 8–12 weeks of full-time work during the summer internship period.
• Adapt to various weather conditions, loud conditions, and airborne particles (sawdust) as we are working in a loud, industrial, sawmill!
• Ability to work at varying heights
• Have own housing and transportation, none will be provided
• Pass a hair follicle drug test, a physical, and a background check.

The Physical Demands of this job include:

Sitting and/or standing for a full shift, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, squatting, bending at the waist, kneeling, walking varying distance, climbing stairs, and listening to equipment.

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Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.