About the role#
This is a full-time, paid mechanical engineering internship based in Kent, Washington. You will work directly with our engineering and manufacturing teams on the production floor and on specific project assignments. This is an on-site role that involves contributing to the design and production of aerospace parts for our customers.
What you'll do#
- Design simple tools and write process instructions.
- Solve technical problems and identify process improvements.
- Collaborate with engineers to optimize existing engineering workflows.
- Participate in the design and production cycle for customer parts.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a sophomore, junior, or senior in a mechanical or material science engineering program.
- Clear communication skills to work with various personnel.
- Ability to meet U.S. export compliance and government contracting citizenship requirements.
- Prior mechanical or shop experience is preferred.
- Candidates who have completed a prior shop internship at Exotic Metals are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Kent, Washington.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: $20.94 to $34.89 per hour.
- Note: This position is subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
About Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin specializes in motion and control technologies. The company provides systems for filtration, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid handling. It serves customers in the aerospace, mobile, and industrial markets. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates in 43 countries and employs over 30,000 people.
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