Maintenance Internships
Maintenance internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working maintenance technicians and engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Tosoh, Synthomer, and SSC Services for Education among the employers posting roles now.
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The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Must have completed their Sophomore year
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Interest in hands‑on problem solving, manufacturing, or maintenance engineering
- Familiarity with basic mechanical components (fasteners, bearings, shafts, supports, piping, valves);
- Experience with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks;
- Ability to follow procedures and work safely in a highly regulated environment
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Additional Information:
The internship is expected to be a 10–12 week period from May 2027 until the end of July 2027. Housing is not provided, but reasonable rentals may be available through local university student housing offices. The selected candidate will be responsible for their own transportation.
A 40-hour work week is set and scheduled by the individual departments. SRMC utilizes various work schedules including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), etc. Each workday has a 30-minute lunch. Interns will be paid a competitive hourly rate; no summer interns will be assigned to shift work; overtime is not available; Interns will be paid for site holidays (Memorial Day, July 4th) as applicable.
Assignments will be located in SRMC facilities in Aiken, SC. Public transportation is not available, and interns will be required to arrange their own transportation. A valid Driver’s License, Registration and proof of automobile insurance is required for driving on the Savannah River Site.
Resumes will be reviewed by the selection panel in January 2027. All selected applicants will be contacted by February or March 2027.
If you are selected to participate in the SRMC internship program, additional information will be requested such as: SRMC employment application, references and official transcripts. You will be assigned to SRS General Employee Training and Drug and Alcohol test appointments before badging and commencement of assignment.
- Candidate must be enrolled as a full-time student at:
- An accredited four-year university, and currently working towards a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Must have completed their Sophomore year
- Must pass General Employment Training (GET)
- Must pass Drug and Alcohol Testing (DAT)
- Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Interest in hands‑on problem solving, manufacturing, or maintenance engineering
- Familiarity with basic mechanical components (fasteners, bearings, shafts, supports, piping, valves);
- Experience with 3D CAD, preferably SolidWorks;
- Ability to follow procedures and work safely in a highly regulated environment
- High Deductible Health Insurance
- 2 paid holidays during the summer months
- Paid Sick Leave
Maintenance Internship Market
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Tips for Your Maintenance Internship Search
Apply earlier than the role seems to require
Large employers in facilities management, manufacturing, and utilities recruit summer maintenance interns the preceding fall, sometimes before October. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so check listings consistently rather than waiting for a single hiring season to open up.
Build a project portfolio before your first application
Maintenance intern hiring teams expect limited work history and look for documented proof of technical capability instead. Assemble two or three completed projects, equipment troubleshooting logs, CAD drawings, schematic diagrams, or repair case studies, that show what you can diagnose and fix with the tools you know.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured maintenance internship programs tied to your university, and your career center or engineering faculty often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller companies running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach without duplicating effort.
Practice your technical screen out loud before interviews
Maintenance intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering systems troubleshooting, mechanical or electrical fundamentals, or scenario-based diagnostics depending on the specialization. Practice walking through your reasoning out loud, not just reaching the answer, because interviewers weigh how you approach a problem as much as whether you solve it correctly.
Target structured rotational programs built for new entrants
Larger employers in utilities, industrial manufacturing, and facilities operations run cohort or rotational maintenance internship programs designed to train people entering the field. These programs recruit early in the cycle and fill their cohorts fast, so identify which ones align with your specialization and get your application in during the first wave.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 100% of the maintenance internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to, travel distance, relocation, or remote setup, before you start sorting through openings. Filtering by location and work type first means you spend time on roles you can actually accept.
Maintenance Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a maintenance internship?
Lead with coursework, lab projects, and a portfolio of completed repair or systems work rather than a long work history, hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented project log or equipment troubleshooting portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Combine direct applications to company career pages with campus career fairs, where maintenance recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a maintenance internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What actually drives it for maintenance interns is consistent performance on real work assignments, demonstrated reliability, and whether the team has open headcount when your internship ends. Position for a return offer by treating every task seriously and asking your supervisor about timelines without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for maintenance internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large employers, including facilities management companies and industrial manufacturers, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as August or September. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round and watching consistently pays off more than a single application sprint.
Are maintenance internships paid?
Most professional maintenance internships in the U.S. are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the rate or range where the employer discloses it. Internships at very small shops or nonprofits are more likely to be unpaid or stipend-based, so check the listing details before applying.
What should a maintenance internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history: two or three complete, documented projects naming the equipment, tools, or systems involved and where a recruiter can see the work, a maintenance log, a CAD or schematic portfolio, or a documented repair case study all work as role-specific proof. Add relevant coursework in systems, electrical, or mechanical subjects and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote maintenance internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the maintenance internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts in areas like facilities planning, CMMS administration, and maintenance coordination fill fast, so apply early and use the work-type filter to see those openings before they close.
Can international students get maintenance internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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