Mold Design & Tooling Intern: CAD & Improvement

Notre Dame; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible time off starting at 80 hours

Company-paid holidays starting at 8

Wellbeing program and Employee Support

Health Savings Account and Flexible Sp

Life insurance and disability benefits

Parental Leave

Retirement Savings Plan with company

Tuition Reimbursement

Discretionary annual bonus program

Job summary

Notre Dame seeks a motivated student intern in mechanical or tooling engineering to support mold design, CAD modeling, drawings, BOMs, and tooling updates in a manufacturing setting.

You will collaborate with toolmakers, CNC machinists, and engineers to develop cost-effective tooling, participate in design reviews, and gain hands-on experience from concept to production through real projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Ability to create and modify 3D models and technical drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and specs.
• Interest in precision tooling, mold design, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support mold design and detailing, CAD modeling and BOM creation.
• Assist in tool and mold development from concept through production.
• Update detailed drawings and maintain revision control.
• Collaborate with toolmakers, CNC machinists, and manufacturing engineers.
• Participate in mold design reviews and manufacturability discussions.
• Troubleshoot mold performance issues and document corrective actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects on tooling and cycle-time reductions.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation and support tooling changes.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Familiarity with GD&T concepts

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Tooling or related technical field

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Notre Dame seeks a motivated student intern in mechanical or tooling engineering to support mold design, CAD modeling, drawings, BOMs, and tooling updates in a manufacturing setting.

You will collaborate with toolmakers, CNC machinists, and engineers to develop cost-effective tooling, participate in design reviews, and gain hands-on experience from concept to production through real projects.