Mechanical Engineering Intern — Hands-on Projects & Growth

Notre Dame; Eden (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Health insurance

401(k) match

Performance-based bonus

Educational assistance

Leadership development

Recognition programs

Job summary

Notre Dame in Eden, North Carolina offers an engineering internship focused on mechanical engineering, process improvement, and product development. You will support engineering teams with data, drawings, reviews, and documentation, while coordinating projects from start to finish.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, collaboration, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. A minimum 3.0 GPA and junior standing are required, with opportunities for growth and exposure to manufacturing

Qualifications

• Technical knowledge in engineering, preferably mechanical engineering.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness to learn and ask questions.
• Self-directed with initiative and strong organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented approach to work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and field-specific technology.
• At least junior standing in a bachelor’s engineering program with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Strong interest in mechanical engineering related to product, manufacturing, or sustaining engineering.
• Comfortable working in lab or manufacturing environments with changing deadlines and workloads.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineering teams on projects including new product development, process improvement, testing, first article inspection, algorithm development, BOM comparisons, drawings, and parts reviews.
• Coordinate projects from inception through completion and follow-up.
• Provide data and information to support accurate decision-making.
• Participate in department meetings and support staff on assigned tasks.
• Evaluate processes and identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and implement standard work instructions or process documents.
• Develop and refine verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with employees and stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Initiative

Organizational skills

MS Office

Education

Junior standing in engineering program with 3.0 GPA

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Notre Dame in Eden, North Carolina offers an engineering internship focused on mechanical engineering, process improvement, and product development. You will support engineering teams with data, drawings, reviews, and documentation, while coordinating projects from start to finish.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, collaboration, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. A minimum 3.0 GPA and junior standing are required, with opportunities for growth and exposure to manufacturing