New Product Development Intern – Summer 2026
Fontaine Modification Company · Charlotte, NC · 1 wk ago
MarketingPart-time
Summary Of Responsibilities
The New Product Development Intern will work with the Product Development team on a variety of specific projects and areas as noted below. This position will report directly to the VP of NPD, but will have exposure to the wider business teams. Interns will complete a capstone type project over the summer culminating in a presentation to business leadership.
Key Projects
- Mechanical - Prototype testing – from developing test plan to execution, reporting findings and recommendations
- Software/Electrical - Technologies supporting data logging methods, quantifying product utilization (product testing, use case validation…etc.)
- Mechanical or Electrical - SmartPWR AMR assistance and involvement
Required Education And Experience
- Pursuing an undergraduate degree in mechanical or industrial engineering or related field
- Rising junior or senior
- Strong interest in applying [field] knowledge to practical problems
- Able to comply with deadlines
- Problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Interest in technology and process improvement
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- No previous experience required