Mechanical Equipment Engineer Intern

About the role

Merrick & Company seeks a Mechanical Engineering undergraduate or graduate student for a paid Summer 2027 Internship at its Los Alamos, New Mexico office. The internship runs approximately mid‑May through mid‑August 2027 and is designed as a shorter‑term, exploratory experience that allows students to apply classroom learning to real projects, collaborate with professionals, and gain insight into day‑to‑day life at an employee‑owned company.

Responsibilities

• Gain technical experience in the field of mechanical engineering.
• Work on detailed machine design.
• Perform 3D modeling in CREO (Pro/Engineer).
• Create drawings in CREO (Pro/Engineer).
• Size mechanical commercial components.
• Conduct stress analysis of components.
• Design piping systems.
• Contribute to HVAC/facilities design.
• Provide construction support.
• Gain exposure to NQA‑1 quality requirements.
• Collaborate with other disciplines.
• Interface with clients and contractors.
• Follow project schedules and budget commitments.
• Work independently.
• Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills.
• Solve problems effectively.
• Meet expectations for attendance and punctuality.

Requirements

• Must have a graduation date after August 2027 to be eligible.
• Must be currently enrolled and entering junior year or higher of an undergraduate degree, or currently enrolled in graduate school.
• Must be pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (required for client projects on this position).

Qualifications

• CREO (Pro/Engineer) experience is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with SolidWorks, Revit, CADworx, or other 3D modeling packages is desirable.
• Previous internships in Mechanical Engineering are a plus.

Benefits

• Professional training and skill development.
• Flexible work hours and