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Mechanical Engineering Intern - MITRE Labs - Summer 2026 - Bedford, MA - Onsite

Bedford, MA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$46K/yr - $70K/yr

Start in 2026 Spring

MITRE is a not-for-profit corporation focused on tackling the nation's toughest challenges. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to assist in mechanical design, analysis, and testing of prototypes while working closely with a mentor in their Advanced Manufacturing Lab.

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Responsibilities

Utilize finite element analysis (FEA) software to perform mechanical analysis (structural, vibration, thermal, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), etc.) to evaluate environmental requirements

Leverage computer aided design (CAD) and prototyping capabilities in the on-site Advanced Manufacturing Lab to aid in rapid design of prototype components

Validate analysis results (vibration, thermal, material properties, etc.) using testing equipment in the on-site Environmental Test Lab

Qualification

Finite Element AnalysisComputer Aided DesignMechanical Testing EquipmentRapid PrototypingAnalytical SkillsMechanical Engineering TheoryInterest in Public Service

Required

Must be a full-time student pursuing an accredited degree program in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related major. Students should be continuing their education the semester following their internship

Must continue to be enrolled full-time in the semester following the internship

Demonstrated academic excellence

Knowledge of mechanical or aerospace engineering theory

Preferred

Strong analytical skills:

CAD (SolidWorks or equivalent)

FEA (ANSYS, COMSOL, etc.)

Rapid Prototyping (3D printing, etc.)

Mechanical Testing Equipment (Instron, shaker table, thermal chamber, etc.)

Demonstrated interest in serving the public and contributing to mission-driven work

Company

MITRE

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The MITRE Corporation is working to solve some of the nation’s biggest challenges in defense, cybersecurity, healthcare, homeland security, the judiciary and transportation.

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