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Forterra · 1 day ago

2026 Intern - Mechanical Engineer

Clarksburg, MD

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$30/hr - $40/hr

Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. They are looking for high-energy, inquisitive interns to join their Engineering team, providing hands-on experience in the ground-based autonomous vehicle space and contributing to real-world projects.

Defense & Space

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Assist with design, development, and testing of projects under guidance from senior engineers

Perform research and gather technical data to support engineering decisions

Write, review, and update technical documentation, reports, and project logs

Help build prototypes, run simulations, or execute test procedures

Shadow engineers to gain exposure to real-world problem-solving and technical decision-making

Present progress updates or final project results to the team or leadership

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAutonomous MobilityControl SystemsCAD SoftwareProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailSelf-StarterIndependent Work

Required

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field

Ability to translate abstract concepts into technical solutions - software or hardware

Experience or significant interest in autonomous mobility and robotic locomotion

Strong ability to problem-solve, acts as a self-starter, doesn't shy away from technical challenges

Strong attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to plan architecture to anticipate future technical expansion

Ability to work independently

Relentless in your pursuit of solving the problem or challenge

Preferred

Familiarity with control systems

Strong understanding of mathematical concepts

Experience with CAD Software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD)

Benefits

Premium Healthcare Benefits: Three plan options, including an HSA-eligible plan, with Forterra covering 80% of the plan premium for you and your dependents.

Basic Life/AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance plans 100% covered by Forterra, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.

Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a winter break in December.

Competitive paid time off (PTO) offering 20 days accrued per year.

A minimum of 7 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth/adoption.

$9k annual tuition reimbursement or professional development stipend.

Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires.

401(k) retirement savings plan, including traditional, Roth 401(k), and after-tax deferral with company match up to 4%.