Intern, Technical High School Summer - Mechanical Design, Onsite

Intern, Technical High School Summer - Mechanical Design, Onsite

We are seeking a Summer High School Intern with interest in pursuing a career as a Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Technologist to join our team!

On any given day, you may be called on to:

Learn or increase understanding of model and drawing creation using CAD software (Creo, Solid Works)

Create and modify mechanical models & drawings using CAD software, while incorporating GD&T-based tolerancing schemes to describe the engineering intent of the parts/assemblies.

Develop 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.

At 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 (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

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Attending a local high school or living with a parent or legal guardian near the work site if under 18 years of age

Enrolled full time in the spring immediately preceding the internship, as defined by the school

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0

Ability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer

Minimum 16 years of age

U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees or refugees in the U.S.

Classroom experience using a CAD software package (Creo, Solid Works, AutoCAD, ...etc.)

Interest in pursuing a career in Mechanical Design

Excellent organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Proven record of demonstrating initiative

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.

The Design Engineering Group consists of multiple mechanical design departments that provide design engineering services using CAD software such as PTC Creo, Solid Works, 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 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://.gov

* These benefits vary by job classification.

This position does not currently require a Department of…