Mechanical Engineering Intern
About the role
The Civil & Commercial Space (CVS) Division of Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) seeks a student in mechanical engineering to work alongside professional engineers and scientists. The intern will contribute to the design, analysis, manufacturing, assembly, and testing of hardware programs, including participation in professional-level assignments.
Responsibilities
- Affixes with the design, analysis, fabrication, and assembly of prototype, engineering units, and flight-like and ground support equipment (GSE) hardware
- Reports and presents work results
- Affixes with the testing of related hardware
- Affixes with creating drawings and travelers, parts tracking, and kitting
- Affixes with creating test procedures and reports
Requirements
- Must be pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field
- Must have successfully completed an engineering CAD course with a B grade or better
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision once trained
- Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues
- To take ownership for tasks and take responsibility for outcomes
- Must be self-motivated, dependable, and detail oriented
- Hands-on experience with basic tools
- Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person
Qualifications
- Must be pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field
- Must have successfully completed an engineering CAD course with a B grade or better
- Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision once trained
- Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues
- To take ownership for tasks and take responsibility for outcomes
- Must be self-motivated, dependable, and detail oriented
- Hands-on experience with basic tools
- Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person
Skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
Benefits
Interns will be paid a competitive hourly wage. The program includes training workshops and networking opportunities.
Pay
The pay rate is $25.00 per hour.
Schedule
The internship requires 20 to 40 hours per week (depending on program need) onsite support for the fall of 2026.
Contact Information
If you have a passion for problem-solving and learning, you could be a great fit for this internship. For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.