Generative Manufacturing Engineering Design Intern

ABOUT THE INTERNSHIPInterested in mechanical engineering 3D modeling and the use of generative AI in modern manufacturing design Join the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) for a summer internship supporting engineering design efforts within the Center for Manufacturing Advancement. You will develop and refine 3D CAD models evaluate manufacturability and explore AIassisted design tools that enhance both traditional machining and additive manufacturing workflows.This position requires eligibility to access controlled unclassified information (CUI) and export controlled data and candidates must meet applicable federal requirements including U.S. person status where required.

WHAT YOULL DO Develop refine and optimize 3D CAD models for manufacturing applications
Utilize AIassisted design tools to support generative engineering workflows
Evaluate manufacturability with an emphasis on machining fundamentals
Support designformanufacturing (DFM) and designforadditivemanufacturing (DFAM) initiatives
Apply engineering coursework and principles to realworld design challenges
Assist with documentation modeling tasks and engineering analyses as needed

WHAT YOULL LEARN Handson experience with generative AI tools and advanced CAD workflows
Practical understanding of machining principles tolerances cutting tools and metrology
Insight into designing components suitable for both subtractive and additive manufacturing
Professional skills in engineering communication collaboration and technical problem-solving
Exposure to realworld designformanufacturing environments within an advanced innovation center

PROGRAM DETAILS Duration: 8 weeks
Schedule: Approximately 28 hours per week up to a maximum of 224 hours
Compensation: $15 per hour / $3360 total stipend
Location: In-person at IALR (Danville VA)

OTHER DETAILSIALR reserves the right to modify and/or cancel the internship program. Modifications may include a shortened timeframe with a prorated adjustment to compensation alternate assignments or adjustments to work-site location. Internships are primarily in-person. The IALR Internship Program does not provide local housing or a housing allowance.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the 2026 IALR Internship Program applicants must meet ONE of the following criteria:
Be a high school graduate (may be graduating Spring 2026) with plans to attend college in Fall 2026
Be a current undergraduate or graduate student
Be a recent college graduate (within the past 12 months)

INTERNSHIP TIMELINE
Application Deadline: March 20 2026 at 4:00 PM (EST)
Candidate Interviews (Microsoft Teams): April
Intern Selection Notifications: April 30 2026
Please note: IALR internships are highly competitive and not all applicants will be invited to interview.

MANDATORY PROGRAM DATES
Intern Orientation (required for all interns): June 1 2026 OR June 8 2026
Mandatory Internship Luncheon and Final Presentations: July 24 2026

TIME COMMITMENT REQUIREMENTS
Interns must complete a total of 224 hours by August 10 2026
The internship is designed as an 8-week program served in consecutive weeks
Interns are permitted ONE unpaid week off during the program
Except for this one week interns are expected to work continuously

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
All applicants must submit ONE letter of recommendation as part of the application process. The letter will be reviewed in addition to application letter must be received by March 20 2026.

SUBMISSION OPTIONS
Letters of recommendation can be provided by email or address. The details are below:

Email:

Mail:
ATTN: HR Internship
Institute for Advanced Learning and Research
150 Slayton Avenue
Danville VA 24540

LETTER REQUIREMENTS
The letter must include:
The references relationship to the applicant
Length of time the reference has known the applicant
Comments on the applicants knowledge skills and abilities relevant to the internship
Any concerns that may prevent successful completion of the internship