Mechanical Engineering Intern: Design, Analyze & Test

Cubic Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Cubic Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern in San Diego, CA. You will apply fundamental engineering principles to well-defined mechanical tasks, perform routine analyses, and work under close supervision with experienced engineers.

The role focuses on supporting design, data interpretation for drawings, and contributing to test plans and documentation. This internship provides hands-on exposure to mechanical engineering methods and tooling while developing professional skills.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a four-year college program in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in typical office automation products, including word processors and spreadsheets.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the basic design of mechanical components.
• Obtain, correlate, and analyze technical information for designated products and customer applications.
• Read, interpret, and prepare data for engineering drawings.
• Conduct mechanical layouts and contribute to the preparation of test plans.
• Perform engineering tests and contribute to documentation efforts.
• Assist in writing component specifications.
• Prepare reports, charts, and graphs.
• Stay updated on improvements in mechanical engineering techniques.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Education

Enrolled in four-year mechanical engineering program

Tools

Word processors

Spreadsheets

Job description

Cubic Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern in San Diego, CA. You will apply fundamental engineering principles to well-defined mechanical tasks, perform routine analyses, and work under close supervision with experienced engineers.

The role focuses on supporting design, data interpretation for drawings, and contributing to test plans and documentation. This internship provides hands-on exposure to mechanical engineering methods and tooling while developing professional skills.