Intern, R&D Undergraduate Summer - Design Engineering Mechanical Design, Onsite
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, 87101, USA
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Manufacturing Engineer
What Your Job Will Be Like
We are seeking a Summer Associate Degree Student Intern that specializes in Mechanical Design/Engineering to join our team!
On any given day, you may be called on to:
- Create & modify mechanical models & drawings using CAD software, while incorporating GD&T-based tolerancing schemes to describe the engineering intent of the parts/assemblies.
- Learn appropriate part-defining definition methods.
- Increase understanding of product definition requirements.
- Update models and drawings per engineering change orders.
- Other projects as assigned by a staff mentor
Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.
Salary RangeAt Sandia, we value the important work done by our interns and its contribution to National Security. Because of this, our interns earn competitive pay rates. Our pay structure is based on earned credit hours, classification, and degree level. Your pay rate will be determined during the hire process and included in your offer package. You can view the Intern Pay Rate chart here.
QualificationsWe Require
You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:
- Currently attending and enrolled full time in the spring term immediately preceding the internship (or scheduled to graduate in the spring) in an accredited undergraduate program
- Pursuing a science, engineering, or math major
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0
- Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship
- Pursuing an AS or AAS in Drafting, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Experience using solid modeling application software
- Experience with mechanical design
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Proven record of demonstrating initiative and achieving results
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
About Our TeamSandia's "Design Engineering Group" consists of multiple mechanical design departments that provide design engineering services using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as PTC Creo and other 3D modeling tools. We partner with engineering teams across the lab to produce innovative design solutions based on high quality CAD models and drawings. We ensure fit, form, and function using Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), while ensuring manufacturability and maintainability of designs.
We determine the physical characteristics of the product including geometric form, interface features, manufacturing specifications, processes, and assembly instructions. We communicate design options and recommended approaches to product development teams, stakeholders, and manufacturing partners. We apply technical judgment based upon engineering principles in the design and development of innovative products in support of our Nation's security programs. We provide a positive and inclusive work environment where staff can master new skills, deliver optimal value, and achieve their career goals.
Sandia
Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:
- Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
- Extraordinary co-workers
- Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
- Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
- Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov
* These benefits vary by job classification.
Security ClearanceSandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and…
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