Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs in Alabama

Mechanical Engineering Intern jobs in Alabama are consistently active, concentrated in aerospace and defense, automotive manufacturing, and heavy equipment sectors that anchor the state's industrial economy. Huntsville, Birmingham, and Mobile are the largest hiring metros, where established employers like Boeing, Austal USA, and Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama regularly bring on mechanical engineering interns. The most in-demand specialties include CAD and design support, thermal and structural analysis, and manufacturing process engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles107+
Top employerCVS Health
Top cityHuntsville, AL
Cities hiring51
Work type71% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Stateside Brands
Sales Intern | Tuscaloosa
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Sales Intern | Tuscaloosa
Stateside Brands
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)

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Walgreens
Pharmacy Intern Grad
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Pharmacy Intern Grad
Walgreens
Birmingham, Alabama
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
$33 - $45/hr
10,000+

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Walgreens
Pharmacy Intern Grad
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Pharmacy Intern Grad
Walgreens
Mobile, Alabama
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Project Management
$33 - $45/hr
10,000+

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Southeast Health
Student Intern - Radiology
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Student Intern - Radiology
Southeast Health
Dothan, Alabama
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
1,001-5,000

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Orion Engineering
Intern - AL
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Intern - AL
Orion Engineering
Mobile, Alabama
Customer Success
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
$20 - $25/hr
On-Site
51-200

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Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs by City in Alabama

Where Alabama roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Huntsville
18 jobs
Birmingham
14 jobs
Mobile
6 jobs
Tuscaloosa
5 jobs
Dothan
4 jobs
Anniston
3 jobs
Florence
3 jobs
Montgomery
3 jobs
Cullman
2 jobs

Mechanical Engineering Intern Job Market in Alabama

A snapshot from current Alabama openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health42
  • Republic Finance
    Republic Finance8
  • UAB Medicine
    UAB Medicine5
  • Walgreens
    Walgreens4
  • Sodexo
    Sodexo3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Education
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Alabama Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mechanical engineering intern jobs across Alabama.

  • Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited mechanical engineering or related undergraduate program
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
  • Coursework completed in thermodynamics, statics, dynamics, or materials science
  • Ability to work on-site at manufacturing, test, or production facilities in Alabama
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
  • Familiarity with GD&T standards and basic engineering drawing interpretation

Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs in Alabama: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mechanical engineering intern in Alabama?

The clearest path is enrollment in an ABET-accredited mechanical engineering program at an Alabama university such as Auburn University, the University of Alabama, or the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Alabama does not require state licensure for intern-level roles, but completing relevant coursework in thermodynamics, mechanics, and CAD before applying makes candidates significantly more competitive with the state's aerospace, automotive, and defense employers.

Which companies hire mechanical engineering interns in Alabama?

Employers hiring mechanical engineering interns in Alabama right now include CVS Health, Republic Finance, and UAB Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alabama's concentration of aerospace primes, automotive assembly plants, and defense contractors means intern demand runs year-round rather than only in summer cycles.

Which Alabama cities have the most mechanical engineering intern jobs?

Huntsville, Birmingham, and Mobile consistently post the most mechanical engineering intern openings in Alabama. Huntsville's role as a national aerospace and defense hub drives the largest share of postings, while Birmingham's diversified manufacturing and engineering services base and Mobile's shipbuilding and aviation maintenance sector account for much of the remaining demand.

Are there remote mechanical engineering intern jobs in Alabama?

Yes, but they're rare. About 29% of mechanical engineering intern openings tied to Alabama are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most intern assignments. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote or hybrid arrangements are simulation work, CAD modeling, and data analysis tasks that don't require direct access to physical equipment or production lines.

How can I get hired as a mechanical engineering intern in Alabama with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is applying to structured internship programs run directly by large Alabama employers, including Boeing's early-career technical programs in Huntsville, Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama's cooperative education program in Montgomery, and Austal USA's intern pipeline in Mobile. University career fairs at Auburn, UA, and UAH put candidates in front of these recruiters directly. Completing a strong SolidWorks or CATIA project portfolio, even from coursework, gives applicants a concrete edge over candidates with no design portfolio.

Where can I find and apply to mechanical engineering intern jobs in Alabama?

You can find and apply to mechanical engineering intern jobs in Alabama on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alabama openings across aerospace, automotive, defense, and manufacturing employers. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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