About the role#
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Intern or Co-op to join our team. This role supports engineers on active projects involving design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing support. It is designed for students who want to apply classroom knowledge in a practical setting, gain hands-on experience, and build professional engineering skills.
What you'll do#
- Assist with mechanical design tasks, including CAD modeling, drafting, and design reviews.
- Support engineering analyses such as stress analysis, tolerance stack-ups, thermal evaluations, or fluid mechanics applications.
- Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing activities.
- Collect, organize, and interpret test data to prepare clear documentation and reports.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality, and project engineering.
- Maintain engineering documentation like BOMs, drawings, and specifications.
- Perform research, benchmarking, and engineering calculations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited university pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field.
- Completion of foundational engineering coursework, such as statics, dynamics, materials, or thermodynamics.
- Familiarity with CAD tools like SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- A willingness to learn, ask questions, and participate in engineering discussions.
- Experience with lab work, hands-on projects, or student engineering organizations is preferred.
- Exposure to engineering software such as MATLAB, Python, FEA tools, or simulation environments is a plus.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Knoxville, Tennessee.
- The role is on-site.
- This is a part-time, paid internship with a rolling term.
About HII Technical Solutions, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries
HII Technical Solutions operates as a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries. The company provides integrated mission solutions, fleet support, and cyber services. It also works in nuclear, environmental, oil, and gas sectors. The firm maintains its headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. It functions as a public company with a workforce between 5,001 and 10,000 employees.
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