Entry Level Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs

New grad mechanical engineering intern jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Automotive, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Cleveland-Cliffs, Neuralink, and HDR hiring at this level now.

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Open roles18
Top stateOhio
Top employerCleveland-Cliffs
Top cityToledo, OH
Work type100% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Mechanical Engineering Intern
EnerMech
Houston, Texas
Mechanical Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Mechanical Engineering Intern
Mead & Hunt, Inc.
Sacramento, California
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$20 - $25/hr
1,001-5,000

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Project Mechanical Engineering Intern
Cleveland-Cliffs
Coshocton, Ohio
Engineering (Non-Software)
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Mechanical Engineering Intern
Cleveland-Cliffs
Dearborn, Michigan
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Mechanical Engineering Intern
Cleveland-Cliffs
Butler, Pennsylvania
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Science
10,000+

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Entry Level Mechanical Engineering Intern Job Market

Who's Hiring

Cleveland-Cliffs9 open roles
Neuralink2 open roles
HDR1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing12
  • Automotive9
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Science & Research2

Entry Level Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level mechanical engineering intern job?

Focus on building a portfolio that shows hands-on work, whether from coursework, personal projects, or previous internships. Employers at this level look for familiarity with CAD software, an understanding of engineering fundamentals, and the ability to contribute to a team. Tailoring your resume to highlight relevant lab work, capstone projects, or technical coursework gives you a clear edge over candidates with no documented output.

Which companies hire entry level mechanical engineering interns?

Companies hiring entry level mechanical engineering interns right now include Cleveland-Cliffs, Neuralink, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturing firms, aerospace and defense contractors, automotive companies, and engineering consultancies that run structured internship programs designed specifically for early-career candidates.

Are there remote entry level mechanical engineering intern jobs?

Yes, though remote options are less common for this role than in purely software-based fields. About 0% of entry level mechanical engineering intern openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements more typical since many tasks involve physical prototyping, lab access, or on-site equipment. Fully remote roles do exist and tend to focus on design, simulation, or data analysis work.

Are these new grad mechanical engineering intern jobs?

Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that are explicitly open to candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, and does not require prior full-time employment. A strong portfolio or relevant coursework is usually enough to be competitive at this stage.

Which industries hire the most entry level mechanical engineering interns?

Entry Level mechanical engineering intern roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Automotive, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive early-career hiring because they run ongoing product development, manufacturing, or infrastructure cycles that rely on interns and junior engineers to support project teams and build a pipeline of full-time talent.