About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship based on-site in Danville, Illinois. We offer a rolling term for students or recent graduates in engineering fields. Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
What you'll do#
- Take part in hardware development tasks.
- Support mechanical engineers with ongoing projects and prototyping.
- Assist in testing and evaluating both new and existing products.
- Work alongside R&D team members.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in or recent graduation from a Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering program.
- Proficiency with CAD software, specifically Autodesk Inventor.
- Experience using Microsoft Office tools including Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Must be at least 18 years old by the start of the semester.
- Availability to work up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
- Must have been enrolled full-time during the current semester.
Location & details#
- Location: Danville, Illinois.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life and ADD coverage, voluntary life and ADD options, 401k with employer match, vacation time, and personal time.
About Watchfire
Watchfire manufactures electric signs and LED displays for a variety of commercial and institutional clients. Founded in 1932 and based in Danville, Illinois, the company produces indoor and outdoor video displays, scoreboards, and digital billboards. It employs roughly 330 people and maintains a large network of installations across retail, education, and automotive sectors. The firm also develops proprietary software for content management and message scheduling.
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