Mechanical Engineering Summer Intern at Synapse-ITS

Plano, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mechanical engineering, SolidWorks, CAD modeling, Prototyping, Design verification, Validation, Manufacturing processes, Design for manufacturability, Troubleshooting, Technical documentation, Problem-solving, Analytical skills, Communication skills, Cross-functional collaboration

Industry

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Description

Description Location: In-office Duration: May 25 – August 7 (Full-Time) Overview Synapse ITS is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Summer Intern to support the development of our industry-leading traffic and pedestrian safety products. This is a hands-on opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to products that help the visually impaired safely navigate the world. You’ll gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, from design and prototyping through validation and production support, in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. What You’ll Do You’ll support the engineering team with both new product development and improvements to existing designs. Assist with mechanical design updates and documentation for existing products Support CAD modeling and drawing updates using SolidWorks or similar tools Participate in prototype builds and testing activities Assist with design verification and validation efforts Help develop and document basic test procedures and results Support design and manufacturing reviews Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, and quality Assist with troubleshooting and identifying potential design improvements Take on additional projects that support the engineering team What You’ll Gain This internship is designed to provide real exposure to mechanical engineering in a product-based environment. Hands-on experience with CAD, prototyping, and product development Exposure to manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability concepts Experience working cross-functionally with engineering and production teams Mentorship from experienced engineers Opportunity to contribute to active product development and improvements Requirements Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field Exposure to CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar) through coursework or projects Basic understanding of mechanical design principles and engineering fundamentals Exposure to prototyping, testing, or manufacturing concepts is a plus Strong problem-solving and analytical skills Clear communication and documentation skills Ability to work independently while contributing to a team Organized, detail-oriented, and motivated to learn

Responsibilities

The intern will support the engineering team with new product development, mechanical design updates, and documentation. They will also participate in prototype builds, testing activities, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure product quality.