Mechanical Engineering Intern / Co-op — Hands-On Growth

MKS; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick time

Paid vacation days

Job summary

MKS Instruments in Rochester, NY seeks a Bachelor’s student for a 6-month intern/co-op in Mechanical Engineering Technology. You will work with Senior Mechanical Designers, contributing from sketches to released production, and report to the ME Department Manager, James Rathbun.

Ideal candidates bring SolidWorks experience, drawing interpretation skills, and strong analytical abilities, with comfort in both office and shop-floor settings.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree program in Mechanical Engineering Technology or relevant majors.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with Solidworks and basic drafting standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in both office and shop-floor environments.

Responsibilities

• Work with Senior Mechanical Designers from concept to production.
• Participate in all project development tasks.
• Report to the ME Dept Manager James Rathbun.

Skills

Mechanical principles

SolidWorks

Engineering drawings

Analytical skills

Office & shop floor

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or relevant majors

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

MKS Instruments in Rochester, NY seeks a Bachelor’s student for a 6-month intern/co-op in Mechanical Engineering Technology. You will work with Senior Mechanical Designers, contributing from sketches to released production, and report to the ME Department Manager, James Rathbun.

Ideal candidates bring SolidWorks experience, drawing interpretation skills, and strong analytical abilities, with comfort in both office and shop-floor settings.