About the role#
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will join our team for the Summer 2027 term. This program provides hands-on experience in an aerospace and defense environment. You will work alongside industry experts on real-world projects, receive mentorship, and participate in cross-functional workshops to build your professional skills.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to technical projects and team objectives.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
- Perform hands-on technical work assignments.
- Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements and timelines.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in a degree program for Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
- At least 6 months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located on-site in Hagerstown, Maryland.
- The role requires the ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment, manual dexterity for handling equipment, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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