Summer Intern - Systems Engineer

allegion; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on projects

Mentor/mentee relationships

Professional growth opportunities

Networking events

Job summary

Allegion is offering a Summer Intern - System Engineer position in Indianapolis, IN. You will support the system engineering team across mechanical, electrical, and software domains, gaining hands‑on experience while contributing to security product development.

The role emphasizes learning, collaboration with experienced engineers, and documentation of requirements and diagrams to drive system clarity and progress.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Strong interest in Systems Engineering and its applications.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, analysis, and testing of system components and assemblies.
• Support development and integration of mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
• Participate in cross‑functional team meetings to discuss project requirements and progress.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including system requirements and block diagrams.
• Assist in verification of requirements and structured problem‑solving activities.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve technical issues.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup's With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Summer Intern - System Engineer - Indianapolis, Indiana

The System Engineering Intern is responsible for supporting the System Engineering team for the Locks and Access Solutions business unit. As a System Engineering Intern, you will receive hands‑on experience in the application of Systems Engineering principles while work alongside our experienced Systems Engineers to contribute to the development and enhancement of our security products.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do:

• Assist in the design, analysis, and testing of system components and assemblies.
• Support the development and integration of mechanical, electrical, and software systems.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to discuss project requirements and progress.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, including system requirements, interface definitions, and system block diagrams.
• Assist in the verification of requirements and structured problem solving activities.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and resolve technical issues.

What You Need to Succeed:

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in Systems Engineering and its applications.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

• You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there's plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it .”
• You're looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.
• You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!
• You want to work for an award‑winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths‑based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You'll Get from Us:

• An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands‑on projects
• Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships
• Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching
• Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow's world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role?

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role. #ALLEGION

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Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual or