Mechanical Engineering Internship

Do you have what it takes to intern at the best bike company in the world

Our Summer Intern Program provides you an inside look to your potential career path providing you the opportunity to put your coursework to use in practical applications! Youll be exposed to the day-to-day tasks and long-term strategies required in your department while creating valuable relationships working alongside experts in the field. Give us your best and well give it right back. Sound pretty sweet Then come join us!

A bit about us:
Trek is an awesome place to work! We build only products we love provide incredible hospitality to our customers and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When youre on our team youre taken care of encouraged to learn and grow and given lots of opportunities to do so.

Job Location

Job Description

Location: Waterloo WI
Type: Full Time Internship (looking for 2 interns)
Duration: Summer 2026: starting June 1st

Were a passionate team of engineers designers and riders dedicated to pushing the boundaries of bicycle performance sustainability and rider experience. Whether its refining frame geometry optimizing drivetrain efficiency or exploring new materials we believe bikes should be as fun to build as they are to ride.

What Youll Do:
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern youll be immersed in real-world product development and engineering challenges. Youll collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to bring innovative ideas to life. Expect to:

• Assist in the design and prototyping of bicycle components and systems
• Conduct mechanical testing and analyze performance data
• Support CAD modeling drawing creation and design reviews
• Help improve manufacturing processes and product reliability
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute fresh ideas
• Ride bikes (yes really!) to help test and validate designs

What Were Looking For:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Familiarity with CAD software (Onshape preferred)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Passion for bicycles and interest in product design
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Hands-on experience with prototyping or fabrication is a plus

Why Join Us

• Work on products that make a difference in peoples lives
• Learn from a team that values mentorship and innovation
• Enjoy a collaborative bike-friendly culture
• Gain exposure to the full product lifecyclefrom concept to ride testing
• Get your hands dirty and your ideas heard

Please Submit a Resume AND Cover Letter with Application

Rough Timeline of the process:

Position Posted: 10/31-11/7

First Round Interviews: 11/10-11/14

Final Round Interviews: 11/17-11/21

Compensation Range

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. Trek strictly prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color creed religion gender gender identity pregnancy marital status partnership status sexual orientation age national origin veteran or military status disability medical condition genetic information or any other characteristic prohibited by federal state and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including hiring promotion demotion compensation training working conditions transfer job assignments benefits layoff and termination.

We are an E-Verify employer.

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