Mechanical Engineering Intern: On-site CAD & Mentorship

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend provided

Mentorship from engineers

Portfolio building

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Mechanical Engineering Internship in Paarl, Western Cape. This on-site role provides hands-on experience across mechanical design, analysis, and project management, with mentorship from experienced engineers.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented students pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree, with basic CAD skills and a strong willingness to learn. The internship runs on-site in Paarl and offers a stipend and practical exposure to diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong academic record in relevant coursework.
• Basic proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Mechanical Engineers with CAD modeling and drawing creation.
• Support the preparation of BOMs and technical documentation.
• Help conduct research on materials, components, and standards.
• Assist in the setup and execution of mechanical tests and experiments.
• Collect and organize test data for analysis by seniors.
• Contribute to troubleshooting under guidance.
• Attend design meetings and project reviews.
• Maintain lab equipment and workshop organization.
• Shadow engineers to learn different disciplines.
• Complete intern projects within timelines.

Skills

CAD modeling

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

2D CAD

3D CAD

Job description

Placements24 is offering a Mechanical Engineering Internship in Paarl, Western Cape. This on-site role provides hands-on experience across mechanical design, analysis, and project management, with mentorship from experienced engineers.

Ideal candidates are proactive, detail-oriented students pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree, with basic CAD skills and a strong willingness to learn. The internship runs on-site in Paarl and offers a stipend and practical exposure to diverse projects.