Mechanical Engineering Intern — Data Center Hardware & Prototyping

Celestica Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student casual contract possibility

Potential for full-time after degree

Development programs and projects

Networking events

Job summary

Celestica Inc. in Austin, Texas, offers a 3‑month Mechanical Engineering Internship within the Mechanical Design Engineering team.

You will create and modify 3D CAD models, assist with prototypes, and contribute to data-center rack product development under experienced engineers. The role emphasizes collaboration across electrical, thermal, manufacturing, and quality teams, with hands-on design, testing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; sophomores preferred.
• Fundamentals of mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and dimensions.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and willingness to learn.
• Hands-on mindset with interest in mechanical design, prototyping, and hardware development.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a cross-functional team.
• Organized, self-motivated, able to manage tasks with guidance from experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design engineering team in development, integration, validation of mechanical systems for computing and data-center rack products.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, drawings, and layouts under guidance of experienced engineers.
• Assist with prototype builds, mechanical assembly, fit and finish evaluations, and design verification activities.
• Support engineering testing and data collection, including dimensional measurements, force measurements, and basic mechanical performance testing.
• Assist with troubleshooting mechanical issues and identifying potential design improvements.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to documentation, engineering reports, and presentation materials.
• Work with cross-functional teams including electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.
• Support prototype and production build activities and help document issues, root causes, and corrective actions.
• Follow established engineering processes, design standards, and product development procedures.
• Perform other engineering assignments and projects as needed.
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field; students who have completed at least their sophomore year are preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, including mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and dimensions.
• Basic understanding of GD&T is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a willingness to learn.
• Hands-on mindset and interest in mechanical design, prototyping, and hardware development.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage assigned tasks with guidance from experienced engineers.
• Experience with engineering projects, laboratory work, robotics, Formula SAE, or other hands-on technical activities is a plus.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD software

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

Celestica Inc. in Austin, Texas, offers a 3‑month Mechanical Engineering Internship within the Mechanical Design Engineering team.

You will create and modify 3D CAD models, assist with prototypes, and contribute to data-center rack product development under experienced engineers. The role emphasizes collaboration across electrical, thermal, manufacturing, and quality teams, with hands-on design, testing, and documentation.