Marine Engineer Internships
Marine engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience aboard vessels or in design facilities, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in {{top_industries_phrase}}, with Textron Systems, Brunswick, and The Dutra among the employers posting roles now.
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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Mercury Marine- Brownsburg, IN- Mercury Marine: Industrial Engineering Intern
Location: Plant 103-Brownsburg, IN
Workplace Category: onsite
Travel Required: No
Direct Reports: No
Pay Range: $18.00-27.50
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Relocation: Yes
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Position Overview:
As an Engineering Intern, you will work collaboratively and independently with highly qualified manufacturing professionals who are responsible for the production and manufacture of outboard and sterndrive motors for the recreational boating industry.
You will become an integral member of a manufacturing team committed to delivering superior results. You'll learn how to work with a team of managers, supervisors, technicians, and production employees on the plant floor, as you own and manage assigned projects from inception to completion.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Essential Functions:
Participate in design reviews to improve the manufacture of new parts and operations
Evaluate test/production data, prepare technical analysis, and recommend manufacturing methods and processes required to meet design objectives on new or improved products or processes
Design, plan, and conduct process improvement and/or cost reduction studies/projects on new and current products
Evaluate vendor capability to provide required products, identify new vendor processes, and conduct tests to qualify new processes on our products.
Effectively and quickly troubleshoot manufacturing problems to drive production execution and maintain daily productions schedules
Analyze data and make recommendations that effectively reduce parts or process costs
Effectively express your ideas, influence people, manage potentially contentious situations to a positive result and communicate with employees at all levels of an organization
Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
Dependable, self-motivated and engaged learner
Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications:
Permanent US Work Authorization required
Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant degree with a Manufacturing Engineering emphasis
Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) through a full internship term running May through August 2027
The ability to enroll in a formalized co-op Program through your university
Working Conditions:
Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.
Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.
Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week
Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.
The pay range for this position is $18.00-27.50 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
About Mercury Marine
Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser® sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft® electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver® parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.
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We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.
Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies
Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942.
All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.
For more information about EEO laws, - click here
Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify.
Are you ready for what’s next?
Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.
Mercury Marine- Brownsburg, IN- Mercury Marine: Industrial Engineering Intern
Location: Plant 103-Brownsburg, IN
Workplace Category: onsite
Travel Required: No
Direct Reports: No
Pay Range: $18.00-27.50
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Relocation: Yes
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Position Overview:
As an Engineering Intern, you will work collaboratively and independently with highly qualified manufacturing professionals who are responsible for the production and manufacture of outboard and sterndrive motors for the recreational boating industry.
You will become an integral member of a manufacturing team committed to delivering superior results. You'll learn how to work with a team of managers, supervisors, technicians, and production employees on the plant floor, as you own and manage assigned projects from inception to completion.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
Essential Functions:
Participate in design reviews to improve the manufacture of new parts and operations
Evaluate test/production data, prepare technical analysis, and recommend manufacturing methods and processes required to meet design objectives on new or improved products or processes
Design, plan, and conduct process improvement and/or cost reduction studies/projects on new and current products
Evaluate vendor capability to provide required products, identify new vendor processes, and conduct tests to qualify new processes on our products.
Effectively and quickly troubleshoot manufacturing problems to drive production execution and maintain daily productions schedules
Analyze data and make recommendations that effectively reduce parts or process costs
Effectively express your ideas, influence people, manage potentially contentious situations to a positive result and communicate with employees at all levels of an organization
Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
Dependable, self-motivated and engaged learner
Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications:
Permanent US Work Authorization required
Current enrollment in a BS program with a major in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant degree with a Manufacturing Engineering emphasis
Minimum second semester sophomore status with 48 completed credits
Availability to work full-time (40 or more hours per week) through a full internship term running May through August 2027
The ability to enroll in a formalized co-op Program through your university
Working Conditions:
Learning Opportunities: Our Student Program is designed to provide hands-on experience in a professional setting. You will work alongside experienced professionals and get a chance to apply your academic knowledge to real-world tasks.
Project Work: The work environment is supportive, collaborative, and conducive to learning. Student co-ops or interns typically work on specific projects or tasks that contribute to the organization’s goals. This may range from supporting larger projects to handling smaller, individual assignments.
Hours: Co-ops and Interns are expected to work a full 40-hour work week
Feedback and Performance Reviews: As a co-op or intern, you will receive feedback and performance reviews throughout your assignment. We value the importance for interns to understand their progress and areas for improvement.
The pay range for this position is $18.00-27.50 per hour. The actual hourly rate offered will vary depending on multiple factors including year in school/credits earned, degree, job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s qualifications and the business context.
Why Brunswick:
Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!
About Mercury Marine
Headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, Mercury Marine® is the world’s leading manufacturer of recreational marine propulsion engines. A division of Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), Mercury provides engines, boats, services and parts for recreational, commercial and government marine applications. Mercury empowers boaters with products that are easy to use, extremely reliable and backed by the most dedicated customer support in the world. The company’s industry-leading brand portfolio includes Mercury outboard engines, Mercury MerCruiser® sterndrive and inboard packages, Mercury propellers, Mercury inflatable boats, Mercury SmartCraft® electronics, Land 'N' Sea marine parts distribution and Mercury and Quicksilver® parts and oils. More information is available at MercuryMarine.com.
Next is Now!
We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.
Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hrsharedservices@brunswick.com for support.
Brunswick and Workday Privacy Policies
Brunswick does not accept applications, inquiries or solicitations from unapproved staffing agencies or vendors. For help, please contact our support team at: hrsharedservices@brunswick.com or 866-278-6942.
All job offers will come to you via the candidate portal you create when applying through a posted position through https:///www.brunswick.com/careers. If you are ever unsure about what is being required of you during the application process or its source, please contact HR Shared Services at 866-278-6942 or HRSharedServices@brunswick.com.
For more information about EEO laws, - click here
Brunswick Corporation participates in E-Verify as part of our commitment to a lawful and transparent hiring process. For additional information click here: https://www.brunswick.com/e-verify.
Marine Engineer Internship Market
Who's Hiring
Tips for Your Marine Engineer Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large shipbuilders, defense contractors, and marine engineering firms recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often closing cohorts before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Start searching in September for the following summer and revisit throughout the year for programs on shorter timelines.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for marine engineer interns expect limited work history and assess you on project evidence instead. Document two or three completed projects, including the CAD software, simulation tools, or design methods you used, and make the files or a writeup accessible. A portfolio gives recruiters something concrete to evaluate before an interview.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied directly to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles appear publicly. Apply directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time, since many marine engineering firms hire one or two interns per cycle and never post on large boards.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Marine engineer intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering applied mechanics, fluid dynamics, or materials questions alongside a review of your project work. Practice explaining your design decisions and calculations out loud, not just arriving at an answer, because interviewers weigh your reasoning process as much as the final result.
Marine Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a marine engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. For marine engineer candidates, the concrete artifact recruiters want to assess is a design portfolio or CAD project file that demonstrates applied technical judgment. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a marine engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. For marine engineer interns, what actually drives it is performance on real project deliverables, available headcount on the team at the end of your term, and how early you signal interest before the return-offer window closes. Position for one without counting on it.
When should I apply for marine engineer internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large employers, including shipbuilders and defense contractors, recruit summer interns the preceding fall, with cohorts filling before the new year. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly rather than waiting for a single season keeps you ahead of rolling deadlines.
Are marine engineer internships paid?
Most professional marine engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry segment, and location, and listings show it where the employer chooses to disclose it. Internships at federal agencies or nonprofits sometimes carry stipends rather than hourly wages, so read each posting carefully.
What should a marine engineer internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three complete, documented projects showing the tools and software used, and link to a CAD portfolio, design files, or a project writeup so recruiters have something concrete to assess. Add relevant coursework in naval architecture, fluid mechanics, or propulsion systems, and keep the whole document to one page.
Can international students get marine engineer 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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