About the role#
We are looking for a graduate student to join our team as an Attribute Technology Engineering Intern. This role is based at our Americas Technology Center in Akron, Ohio, for the Winter 2027 term. You will work on real projects that integrate your classroom learning with practical, hands-on experience in the mechanical engineering field.
What you'll do#
- Complete project and product development tasks, including writing specifications and maintaining documentation.
- Analyze and process data related to products and processes.
- Test materials, equipment, and products while validating processes.
- Assist in creating designs and new concepts for products or test methods.
- Design and coordinate engineering experiments.
- Prepare reports to communicate technical results to the team.
- Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a graduate degree in mechanical engineering, with a Ph.D. preferred.
- Proficiency in programming and scripting with Python and C++, or MATLAB/R.
- Experience with numerical methods, specifically FEA and explicit simulations.
- Proficiency in CREO for CAD work.
- Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to translate complex analytics into actionable insights.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders and mentoring junior team members.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to various projects within a team setting.
Location & details#
- Location: Akron, Ohio
- Term: Winter 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship
- Note: This position does not provide sponsorship.
About Bridgestone Americas
Bridgestone Americas is a subsidiary of the Japan-based Bridgestone Corporation. The company develops and manufactures tires, mobility solutions, and rubber-based products for consumers and fleet customers. It operates a network of retail tire and automotive service centers across the Americas. The enterprise maintains over 50 production facilities and employs 19,770 people. Its regional headquarters are located in Nashville, Tennessee.
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