Mechanical Engineering Intern — Real-World Hardware (On‑Site Austin)

Allen Control Systems; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

ACS Equity Package

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Allen Control Systems in Austin, TX is offering a Summer 2027 internship for Mechanical Engineering students. This on-site program spans roughly 10-12 weeks and emphasizes hands-on hardware work on precision robotic systems, with real engineering responsibility rather than coffee runs.

You’ll design, CAD, prototype, and test mechanical subsystems, collaborating closely with electrical and manufacturing teams to move concepts to production-ready hardware.

Qualifications

• Hands-on CAD experience from coursework or clubs (SolidWorks, etc.)
• Interest in precision mechanisms, robotics, or electromechanical systems
• Willingness to work in a shop or lab environment

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical systems for turret with real-world tracking and firing conditions
• Perform CAD design, tolerancing, and structural/thermal analysis for hardware
• Prototype and test designs from CAD to range
• Collaborate with electrical and manufacturing teams to move concepts to production-ready hardware

Skills

Hands-on mindset

Interest in robotics

Attention to precision mechanisms

Education

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Allen Control Systems in Austin, TX is offering a Summer 2027 internship for Mechanical Engineering students. This on-site program spans roughly 10-12 weeks and emphasizes hands-on hardware work on precision robotic systems, with real engineering responsibility rather than coffee runs.

You’ll design, CAD, prototype, and test mechanical subsystems, collaborating closely with electrical and manufacturing teams to move concepts to production-ready hardware.