Operations Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking college students for Summer 2027 engineering internships. The role focuses on design, development, and documentation of hardware, with hands-on prototyping, testing, and data-driven analysis.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in Mechanical, Industrial, Materials, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering programs and have experience with 3D CAD tools (PTC Creo, SolidWorks). US citizenship is required for national security programs.

Qualifications

• Must be a college student enrolled in an accredited engineering program (undergrad or grad).
• Experience with 3D CAD packages (PTC Creo/SolidWorks).
• Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document hardware for engineering solutions.
• Fabricate and assemble prototypes.
• Perform testing, analysis, and generate test reports with conclusions from data.
• Contribute to process development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Education

College student in engineering (ongoing)

Tools

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com .

Job Description Summary:

This position is for students looking for engineering opportunities for Summer 2027!

Job Description:

• Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
• Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Design and documentation of hardware
• Fabrication and assembly of prototypes
• Process development
• Continuous improvement
• Hardware tracking/yield and metrics
• Interaction with external suppliers.

Program Requirements

Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.

There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant's school schedule and availability.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Additional Job Description

• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Design and documentation of hardware
• Fabrication and assembly of prototypes
• Process development
• Continuous improvement
• Hardware tracking/yield and metrics
• Interaction with external suppliers.

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Required Qualifications

• College student in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Must be a US citizen and enrolled in an accredited Engineering curriculum
• Experience with 3D CAD packages, PTC Creo and/or Solidworks
• Experience with Machined Parts and GD&T

Relocation assistance is not available for internship positions.

This position and/or the facilities in which its duties will be performed are subject to national security programs imposed and administered under U.S. statutes. Therefore, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 2000e-2(g), this position is restricted to U.S. Citizens, and applicants with dual citizenship may not be considered.

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