Mechanical Engineering Summer Intern

Amentum company; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Amentum Technology, Inc. Advanced Solutions group invites qualified mechanical engineering students for a Summer 2027 internship in Tullahoma, TN.

Interns will work under a technical manager in the Process Mechanical or Machine Design group, gaining hands-on experience designing complex testing equipment for automotive and aerospace sectors. The internship runs ~10 weeks with 40-hour weeks, June–August, with a mentor and end-of-assignment presentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering.
• GPA 3.0+; rising sophomore or above.
• Eligible to work in the United States (US citizen).
• Experience with statics, dynamics, strength of materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in routine tasks under supervision.
• Prepare computations, specifications, and reports of limited scope.
• Design and analyze mechanical systems to meet project requirements.
• May coordinate 3D models and drawings with drafters.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team oriented

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Initiative

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

Finite Element Analysis

Job description

Amentum Technology, Inc. Advanced Solutions group, a global engineering services company headquartered in Tullahoma, Tennessee, will offer a Mechanical Engineering internship opportunity. The opportunity will commence in the summer term of 2027 and will be awarded to an outstanding student who is majoring in mechanical engineering.

The student selected as the Amentum Advanced Solutions Scholar will work at Amentum’ Tullahoma, Tennessee office. The student will work under the supervision of a technical manager and mentor in the Process Mechanical and/or Machine Design group – groups that perform engineering design of complex testing equipment and facilities for the automotive and aerospace industries.

Intern students will work 40-hour work weeks for approximately 10 weeks during the months of June, July, and August (negotiable). Students will work on project teams under the direction of a manager and with the assistance of a mentor, are required to attend planned activities, and must make an end-of-assignment presentation to other co-ops and Amentum staff.

It is the responsibility of the selected candidate to make their own housing arrangements for the duration of the internship period. Amentum can provide suggestions for housing options in the local area.

Job Duties:

• Perform a variety of routine engineering tasks under the direction of experienced engineers to provide experience and familiarization with engineering methods, practices, and programs
• Perform limited portions of larger more complex engineering tasks under the direction of an experienced engineer
• Prepare computations, specifications, and reports of limited scope and complexity
• Design and analyze mechanical systems to meet project specific and code requirements
• May coordinate the work of drafters in the development of 3D models and 2D drawing packages
• May review subcontractor submittals and shop drawings and provide limited support during construction at project sites
• May coordinate and interface with clients and other disciplines – including design, presentations, design reviews, and training at the Amentum office, client office, or project site
• May assist with project planning, budgeting, and cost estimating
• A combination of mechanical process and machine design is anticipated

Eligibility:

We are looking for a creative individual with a basic understanding of mechanical and process analysis and design. To be considered for an Amentum Advanced Solutions internship position, students must meet the following criteria:

Required Qualifications:

• Degree Program: BSME or MSME
• Cumulative GPA: 3.0 or higher
• Current status: Rising Sophomore or above
• Area of Study: Mechanical and/or Aerospace engineering
• Coursework:Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials
• Outside activities: Involvement in at least one extra-curricular activity
• Other:Must have the right to work permanently in the United States (US Citizen)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be team-oriented
• Good problem-solving skills
• Highly self-motivated
• Willing to take initiative and work with minimum supervision

Desired Qualifications:

• Cumulative GPA: 3.5 or higher
• Coursework:Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Machine Design
• Experience:3D CAD, Finite Element Analysis
• Past internship experience is a plus
• Outside activities: Involvement in multiple extra-curricular activities – preferably to include participation on an engineering competition team
• Other: Student should have an interest in specializing in mechanical engineering upon graduation

Essential Functions

Must be able to sit at a desk for long periods of time (90%)

Must be able to work at a computer for long periods of time (90%)

Occasional site visits and travel may require lifting, climbing, crawling in an outdoor environment (10%)

Special clothing/equipment and other PPE may be required during site visits (10%)

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Work will mainly be performed in an inside office environment (90%)

Field work may be required including outside work (10%)

Travel may be required to perform field work at project sites or to attend customer meetings (10%)

Office Environment

Office equipment/machines (computers, telephones, copiers, etc.) 90%

During travel to project site handheld equipment such as tape measures, cameras, etc. (10%)

Regular attendance is mandatory Monday thru Friday 7:30 am to 5:15 pm (100%)

Occasional overtime may be required to meeting demanding project schedules (20%)

Must take and pass a pre-employment drug and background check

Compensation Details:

$36,000 - $57,874.22

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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