Mechanical Engineering Intern
About the role
The Graco Intern Program offers more than just work experience—it’s a chance to make an impact. As an intern, you’ll take on projects that matter to the business, contribute to initiatives that drive progress, and develop skills that prepare you for what’s ahead. Throughout the program, you’ll expand your industry knowledge, collaborate with professionals who are passionate about doing things the right way, and experience a culture that thrives on new ideas and continual growth. You’ll also take part in events designed to support both your learning and personal development. The program concludes with a final presentation where you’ll showcase your achievements and the difference you’ve made.
Join our dynamic team at Graco High Pressure Equipment as a Mechanical Engineering Intern, where you will work alongside our Mechanical Engineers to design, support, analyze and develop solutions to challenging problems with fluid handling equipment. You will build skills in machine design, failure analysis, strength of materials, fluid mechanics, and problem solving.
Responsibilities
- Assist in new product development activities:
- Mechanical design ideation & collaboration
- Hands‑on support of project team prototyping & testing
- HiP interns may do the following:
- Design test plans and perform tests
- Analysis of design to applicable standards (SAE, UL, etc.)
- Analysis of design using engineering analysis tools and techniques (CREO, Finite Element Analysis, etc.)
- Review of instruction manuals and product literature
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Assist in standard product support activities to:
- Troubleshoot product problems in manufacturing, lab or field
- Conduct tests and analyze results
- Develop and implement design solutions to solve real problems