Mechanical Engineering & System Packaging Intern

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profile Job Location:

Cambridge, MA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 15 - 225
Posted on: 24-10-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .

Job Description Summary:

As a summer intern in the Mechanical Engineering Division you will be exposed to a broad range of technical challenges where you can apply your knowledge and learn new skills while seeing how problems of national interest are solved. Your experience can range from applying engineering principles while designing and analyzing components to working directly with engineers and technicians to fabricate and assemble hardware systems.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Design develop and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.

  • Implement test perform analysis and provide documentation support.

  • Generate and present test reports including plots tables evaluation criteria and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.

  • Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes procedures equipment facilities and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Program Requirements

  • Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.

  • There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicants school schedule and availability.

Skills/Abilities

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.

  • Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments risks and vulnerabilities.

  • Strong computer skills including MS Word PowerPoint and Excel.

Additional Job Description:

Our interns create detailed designs using 3-D CAD software (specifically SolidWorks and/or PTC Creo) and may analyze the performance of systems by conducting simulations using finite element software (such as Ansys). While working on tasks you will gain a better understanding of how to design with consideration for manufacturability proper drawing creation and tolerancing and/or analysis for structural and thermal performance. When parts need to be fabricated you will have the opportunity to work with highly skilled operators in Drapers extensive machine shop rapid prototyping lab featuring multiple 3D printers or circuit card assembly facility. You will also have the opportunity to interact with other facilities such as materials characterization or metrology.
Our interns work on live programs and will develop a practical knowledge of processes procedures equipment facilities and systems. Assignments will also provide an opportunity to develop valuable networking connections which will help prepare and develop your skills for future career opportunities.
Actual project tasks will depend on immediate program priorities.

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$15.00 - $225.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreements approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .


Required Experience:

Intern

Overview:Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engine...
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