CAE Engineering Intern - Fall 2026
About the role
The CAE Intern is a broad role that offers you the opportunity to work on a variety of engineering programs in the CAE group. You will work closely with a team of engineers to analyze a variety of structures using analytical and finite element methods. Within this role, you will use analysis software to create and analyze finite element models. The industries you will support include but are not limited to automotive, theme park entertainment, and aerospace.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with a team of engineers to analyze a variety of structures using analytical and finite element methods.
- Create and analyze finite element models using analysis software.
- Support industries including automotive, theme park entertainment, and aerospace.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline.
- Available to work 40 hours per week Monday-Friday.
- Minimum sophomore standing at a college or university.
- Strong course work in Mechanics, Finite Element Analysis, and Numerical methods.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Strong desire to learn and apply analytical techniques to mechanical engineering problems.
- Willingness and desire to get hands-on experience.
Preferred Skills
- Pursuing a master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline.
- Prior internship experience in mechanical engineering.
- Knowledge of machine learning / artificial intelligence applications in engineering.
- Experience using CAE software (Nastran, Abaqus, ANSYS).
- Mechanical project team experience (Formula SAE / Baja / EV / Entertainment Industry).
Benefits
This is a 40-hour-per-week paid internship position located in Livonia, MI.
Pay
The pay for this internship is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The schedule for this internship is 40 hours per week Monday through Friday.
Contact Information
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