Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026 (Rising Senior)

Job Description:

Position Summary:                                                                          

The Mechanical Engineering Intern for ITW Mechanical Fastening will be responsible for furthering new product development projects ranging from early-stage idea generation to product design and testing. They will work independently and on a team to produce engineering solutions to relevant problems with a common end goal.

Core Responsibilities:

• Participate in product development by using engineering skills and tools such as DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.
• Conduct tests per relevant standards and analyze results to effectively draw conclusions and inform business decisions
• Become familiar with accepted residential construction techniques
• Gain knowledge of customer insights/preferences to inform design decisions for new product development
• Use mechanical engineering coursework/experience to ideate innovative solutions to fastener design problems
• Work effectively with fellow engineers/technicians/model makers
• Develop understanding of fastener prototyping and manufacturing processes to inform product design

Job Requirements:

• Rising Senior or Graduate-level pursuing Engineering or Science degree; Mechanical preferred
• Science/engineering coursework (Physics, Chemistry, Mechanics, Dynamics)
• Demonstrated experience designing mechanical elements and analyzing performance
• Strong problem-solving skills

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Combination of office/desk time and warehouse/laboratory time.  Some travel may be required to construction jobsites or fabrication plants.  Certain personal protective equipment is required when in laboratory or manufacturing areas.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to lift up to 50 lbs., sit, stand, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms and regularly required to walk.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  Warehouse can be warm during the summer..

Compensation Information:

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.