About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Mechanical Engineering internship based in Uniontown, Ohio. The position runs during the Summer 2027 term and requires on-site work.
What you'll do#
As an intern, you will assist with the full lifecycle of aerospace components, from initial conceptual design through certification and product support. You will contribute to the development of several key systems:
- Design water heaters and freeze protection systems.
- Develop high-performance water tanks and heated tubes.
- Create precision-engineered valves, faucets, and drain masts.
- Work on pneumatic valves, de-icers, elastomers, and heated composites.
What you'll need#
- You must be pursuing a Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM major.
- You must be actively enrolled in your degree program through the completion of the internship.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
Location & details#
- Location: Uniontown, Ohio.
- Modality: This is an on-site position.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Pratt & Whitney
Pratt and Whitney operates as a business unit of RTX. The company manufactures propulsion systems and auxiliary power units for aircraft. It maintains its headquarters in East Hartford, Connecticut. The organization employs over 30,000 people.
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