About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you will join our team for the Summer 2027 term. This program provides hands-on experience within the aerospace and defense sector. You will work alongside industry experts on real projects, receive mentorship, and attend workshops to build your professional skills.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to technical projects and team goals.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data.
- Perform hands-on technical work assignments.
- Attend planning meetings and collaborate closely with team members.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements.
- Receive guidance from experienced professionals.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in a university or technical school.
- Pursuit of a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science.
- At least 6 months remaining until graduation after the internship concludes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong organization skills, work ethic, and attention to detail.
- Prior technical internship experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of tools like CAD, MATLAB, or Microsoft Access is preferred.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
Location & details#
- Location: Lone Tree, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site or hybrid.
- Status: Part-time, paid internship.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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