

Product Design Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
Location
Irvine, CA
Level
Internship
Department
Industrial Machinery
Type
Salary
$47,000 - $70,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2025-09-17
The Product Design Engineering Intern will work on the design and validation of electrical connectors used in military and aerospace environments, gaining hands-on experience while being mentored by experienced engineers.
Responsibilities
- Interpret customer design input requirements and develop scope of work.
- Participate in early-stage concept development and create preliminary 3D CAD models.
- Present design concepts during Preliminary Design Review.
- Perform design changes based on team feedback.
- Finalize 3D CAD models and generate 2D CAD drawings.
- Collaborate with procurement to select vendors and procure prototypes.
- Create Design Validation Test Plan and assist in interpreting test results.
Job Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering program.
- Knowledge of basic mechanical and electrical design principles.
- Familiarity with materials such as metals, plastics, and rubber (helpful but not required).
- Experience in CAD, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must maintain enrollment in degree program post-internship.
- U.S. person status required under ITAR regulations.
- Strong commitment to safety policies and procedures.