R&D Engineering Test Technician Intern

MiTek; Earth City (MO); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Bonuses

Retirement plan

Job summary

MiTek's Internship Program offers a paid, 12-week full-time experience running May 17th through August 6th designed for students nearing degree completion. Interns are paired with a Manager and Mentor to work on impactful projects and present outcomes at program end.

The program includes networking, leadership exposure, and a hybrid work environment. A $6,000 stipend helps cover housing and travel for interns outside their geographic location.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Civil/ Structural/ Architectural/ Mechanical Engineering; expected graduation Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Experience with power tools used in wood frame construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and analysis of structural components.
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Sales to determine needs for display models.
• Design and assemble physical models of MiTek connectors.
• Analyze test reports and data from internal testing and labs.
• Produce written documentation to add value to test results.
• Research building codes and standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/ Structural/ Architectural/ Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Power tools experience

Job description

Job Responsibilities & Requirements

MiTek's Internship Program offers a paid, 12-week full-time experience that runs Monday, May 17th through Friday, August 6th designed for students nearing completion of their degree.

Interns are paired with a Manager and Mentor to work on impactful projects and present final outcomes at the end of the program. The program includes networking opportunities, leadership exposure, and engagement in a hybrid work environment that fosters innovation and inclusivity. For internships that outside your current geographic location, we offer a $6,000 Intern Stipend to help cover your temporary housing and travel for the duration of the program.

During the internship you will:

• Obtain professional development to grow your real-world skills
• Collaborate and innovate in a supportive work environment
• Gain industry insights from experienced mentors
• Create positive change in the building industry and community
• Build your professional network
• Contribute to meaningful work alongside MiTek mentors to gain greater skills in your field
• Learn to look at problems from different perspectives and create innovative solutions
• Experience the importance of working in a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design and analysis of structural components
• Collaborate with R&D engineers, Marketing, and Sales to determine needs and requirements for display models for industry trade shows and engineering conferences
• Design and assemble physical models of MiTek structural connectors to meet specified requirements
• Analyze test reports and data from internal testing and independent labs
• Produce written documentation to add value to test results
• Conduct technical research pertaining to building codes and standards

Qualifications:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in an accredited college degree program. Preferred field of study: Civil, Structural, Architectural, or Mechanical Engineering; expected graduation date in Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 with potential to convert to full-time employment.
• Computer Skills: MS Office suite of products
• Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher
• Experience operating power tools used in wood frame construction and/or interest in structural design or construction management is a plus
• Ownership of one or more high-priority projects that will assess your problem-solving, leadership, and presentation skills

MiTek Perks:

• Generous time off including Paid Time Off, 13 annual holidays, and volunteer time off
• Day One Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision Plans
• Family friendly benefits including Paid Caregiver Leave, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Reimbursement
• Performance/Incentive bonuses
• Career advancement, training opportunities, Employee Resource Groups, and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement programs including Matching 401(k) Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Employer paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• myFlexPay partner – allows you to track, manage and access your pay anytime

MiTek is a platform innovator and enabler that exists to transform the building industry with better building solutions. In 1955, MiTek transformed residential construction with the invention of the Gang-Nail plate and a digital platform that provided an affordable and scalable way to manufacture wood trusses. Today, MiTek delivers software, services, engineered products, and automated solutions that enable the building industry to improve efficiencies by optimizing the balance between off-site and on-site. With nearly 5,600 team members worldwide, MiTek collaborates across the building industry to enable and accelerate transformational breakthroughs in design and construction to transform the way the industry designs, makes, and builds. As a Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK-A, NYSE: BRK-B) company since 2001, MiTek has a record of continuous growth and innovation.

MiTek is an E-Verify and Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace.

We are an equal opportunity employer; and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, physical or mental disability, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or transgender status), age (40 and over), genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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