Thermal Lab Engineer Intern – Liquid Cooling

Vertiv; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Dearborn/Columbus area is seeking a Thermal Laboratory Engineering Intern to support testing and data analysis for liquid cooling products and thermal management systems. You will assist with test setup, instrumentation, data collection, and reporting while gaining hands-on experience with lab equipment and thermal testing methods.

You will work with engineers to support new product development and sustaining engineering, contributing to procedure improvements and documentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Strong interest in hands-on laboratory testing and product validation.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate technical findings clearly.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and test procedures.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work safely around laboratory equipment and test systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while managing individual assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support thermal and liquid cooling product testing in laboratory environments.
• Assist with the setup, operation, and maintenance of test equipment and instrumentation.
• Collect, analyze, and document test data for engineering review.
• Create test reports, summaries, and presentations of laboratory findings.
• Help develop and improve test procedures, work instructions, and laboratory documentation.
• Support troubleshooting of test setups, products, and instrumentation issues.
• Verify product performance against engineering specifications and requirements.
• Assist engineers with test design, execution, and data reduction activities.
• Perform routine calibration checks and ensure compliance with laboratory safety practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, product development, and laboratory personnel to support ongoing projects.
• Participate in new product development testing, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of testing activities and laboratory results.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab testing

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Engineering Technology

Tools

Data acquisition

Lab instrumentation

Excel

Test equipment

Thermal sensors

Documentation systems

Job description

Vertiv in Dearborn/Columbus area is seeking a Thermal Laboratory Engineering Intern to support testing and data analysis for liquid cooling products and thermal management systems. You will assist with test setup, instrumentation, data collection, and reporting while gaining hands-on experience with lab equipment and thermal testing methods.

You will work with engineers to support new product development and sustaining engineering, contributing to procedure improvements and documentation.