Mechanical Engineering Intern: Hands-on, Real-World Projects

Leonardo DRS; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Leonardo DRS is offering a Summer Mechanical Engineering Intern role in Melbourne, FL. The paid, onsite internship spans 12–14 weeks (9/80 schedule) and provides hands-on engineering experience under experienced mentors.

Interns collaborate on projects across the Electro Optical Infrared Systems line, participate in lab testing, imaging analysis, and documentation, and gain exposure to manufacturing processes and plant layouts while earning hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate Mechanical Engineering program.
• Completed at least 2 years of college with a 3.0 GPA or better.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in executing various engineering tasks.
• Conduct testing in lab and/or outdoor environments.
• Document requirements, verification plans and test results.
• Provide progress reports and ensure tasks are completed on time.
• Support development of plant layouts, manufacturing methods and process improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Onsite availability

US Citizenship

Education

4-year undergraduate Engineering Program (Mechanical)

Completed at least 2 years of college

Tools

Matlab

Job description

Leonardo DRS is offering a Summer Mechanical Engineering Intern role in Melbourne, FL. The paid, onsite internship spans 12–14 weeks (9/80 schedule) and provides hands-on engineering experience under experienced mentors.

Interns collaborate on projects across the Electro Optical Infrared Systems line, participate in lab testing, imaging analysis, and documentation, and gain exposure to manufacturing processes and plant layouts while earning hourly compensation.