Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

About Us

Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more. Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

Here at Salas O'Brien Inc., you will obtain invaluable hands-on technical experience that you cannot learn in a classroom. Our engineers will help you to apply your textbook knowledge and create solutions for real engineering challenges. You will gain practical experience by working with experienced engineering and technical professionals and participating in challenging engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineer mentors in the design team and take ownership of portions of various projects
• Work in coordination with other engineering disciplines and learn how a complete design package is developed
• Acquire time management, communication, and CAD drafting skills
• Apply engineering concepts

Work tasks will vary and require flexibility and desire for diversity in the engineering field.

Qualifications And Experience

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering program at a four-year ABET university or college with preferred targeted graduation date within 1 year (preferred). Will consider interns who are graduating within 2 years, depending on our needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (including Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Well organized and able to effectively manage work and academic responsibilities simultaneously

Location

Akron, OH (on-site)