Mechanical Engineering Intern

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineering Intern

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Description:

Connections matter. Make yours here. TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees. Learn more at  and on Linked In , Facebook , Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

This position will be part of the DIGITAL DATA NETWORKS BUSINESS UNIT--delivers high-performance connectivity solutions that power the backbone of modern digital infrastructure. Specializing in data centers, cloud computing, and edge networks.

The location for this position is at 780 Salt Road--Suite A, Webster, NY 14580

At TE Connectivity, you’ll help bring our purpose to life by creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Your role as an Intern in the Digital Data Networks Business Unit, will help us make the connections that move the world forward by:

• Support the Manufacturing and Process Development Engineering team with the design, testing, and documentation of advanced laser-based manufacturing systems.
• Assist with engineering drawings, GD&T reviews, and Bill of Materials (BOM) updates.
• Participate in prototype builds, product testing, and test reporting.
• Work with manufacturing, quality, and tooling teams to improve product design and manufacturability.
• Help investigate product issues and support corrective actions.
• Contribute to cost-saving and product improvement projects.
• Present project updates and findings to engineering and leadership teams while developing communication and project management skills.

At TE Connectivity, you’ll be part of a global collaborative culture where your innovative approach and actions have the potential to transform the world of tomorrow. In this role you’ll:

• Design and iterate on mechanical components using industry-standard CAD tools, translating concepts into detailed, manufacturable designs
• Collaborate directly with experienced engineers, gaining hands‑on exposure to the full product development lifecycle from ideation and concept selection through validation and launch
• Apply engineering fundamentals such as materials science, mechanical tolerancing, and electrical interface requirements in a real‑world product environment
• Participate in design reviews, contributing fresh perspectives and ideas that directly influence product outcomes
• Conduct and support testing activities to verify product performance against customer and regulatory requirements
• Engage with global cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and customers - building a professional network across a Fortune 500 company
• Develop professional skills in technical communication, problem solving, and project execution in a fast‑paced, innovation‑driven engineering environment

• Have earned a high school diploma or GED
• Are currently enrolled in, or pursuing, a BA/BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar engineering degrees from an accredited college or university—or have equivalent work experience (gap year students may also be considered).
• Preferably have prior internship experience or have completed a major project
• Are authorized to work in the U.S.