About the role#
We are seeking a mechanical engineering intern to join our Hardware Engineering team. You will contribute to the design of energy and material efficient data center equipment. This is a 12-week internship where you will work with AI, Power, Server, Storage, Network, and Data Center Engineering teams to design, qualify, and optimize our hardware.
What you'll do#
- Support the design of next generation data center products across AI, server, storage, network, or power domains.
- Interface with mechanical, hardware, and power engineers to understand system architecture and design constraints.
- Create mechanical design concepts and develop them using 3D CAD.
- Work on mechanism design, sheet metal and plastic part design, design for manufacturing, serviceability, and assembly.
- Design mechanisms and service touch points to improve installation, serviceability, and ergonomics.
- Devise and execute experiments for mechanical system optimization.
- Build and test prototypes using our in-house workshop and external suppliers.
- Validate hardware according to plan and maintain thorough procedural records.
- Diagnose and root-cause design or assembly failures with a hands-on approach.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience with CAD software such as Creo or SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, and standard machine tools.
- Comfort disassembling and debugging designs to create better solutions.
- Intent to return to your full-time degree program after the internship.
- Ability to obtain and maintain work authorization in the United States.
- Experience with rack mounted computer equipment is a plus.
- Knowledge of tolerance analysis, FEA, or thermal analysis is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Menlo Park, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time intern.
- Compensation: $6,688 to $11,880 per month.
About Meta
Meta develops software and social media applications. It operates platforms such as Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The company maintains headquarters in Menlo Park, California. Current work focuses on augmented and virtual reality alongside artificial intelligence and machine learning.
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