Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs in Mississippi

Mechanical Engineering Intern jobs in Mississippi are most active in Jackson, Huntsville-area overflow hiring along the northern border, and the Gulf Coast corridor around Biloxi and Gulfport, where defense, aerospace, and manufacturing drive consistent demand. Employers like Ingalls Shipbuilding, Raytheon Technologies, and the Tennessee Valley Authority maintain long-term intern pipelines in the state, particularly for candidates with exposure to structural analysis, thermodynamics, and manufacturing process improvement. Competition is strongest at the senior-intern and co-op level, though entry-level openings appear regularly through university partnerships with Mississippi State and Ole Miss. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles47
Top employerCVS Health
Top cityColumbus, MS
Cities hiring29
Work type80% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Sol Engineering Services Llc
Virtual Research Engineering Intern
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Virtual Research Engineering Intern
Sol Engineering Services Llc
Jackson, Mississippi
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
Military encouraged

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MAHLE
Quality Engineer Intern
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Quality Engineer Intern
MAHLE
Olive Branch, Mississippi
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Product & Program Management
10,000+

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Teleflex
Industrial Engineer Intern
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Industrial Engineer Intern
Teleflex
Olive Branch, Mississippi
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$20 - $25/hr
10,000+

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IT Intern - Spring 2027
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IT Intern - Spring 2027
Dutch Oil COmpany
Columbus, Mississippi
Account Management
Customer Success
Technical Product & Program Management

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IT Intern - Fall 2026
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IT Intern - Fall 2026
Dutch Oil COmpany
Columbus, Mississippi
Account Management
Customer Success
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Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs by City in Mississippi

Where Mississippi roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
8 jobs
Jackson
4 jobs
Olive Branch
3 jobs
Flowood
2 jobs
Meridian
2 jobs
Moss Point
2 jobs
New Albany
2 jobs
Yazoo City
2 jobs
Hattiesburg
2 jobs

Mechanical Engineering Intern Job Market in Mississippi

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

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health20
  • Baptist Memorial Health Care
    Baptist Memorial Health Care12
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    Dutch Oil COmpany3
  • State Farm
    State Farm2
  • Republic Finance
    Republic Finance2

What Mississippi Employers Look For

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

  • Currently enrolled in an ABET-accredited mechanical engineering undergraduate or graduate program
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo for design tasks
  • Foundational knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and materials science coursework
  • Ability to work on-site at a Mississippi facility and meet security or safety clearance requirements
  • Experience or coursework in finite element analysis or engineering simulation tools
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration

Mechanical Engineering Intern Jobs in Mississippi: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mechanical engineering intern in Mississippi?

Enrollment in an ABET-accredited mechanical engineering program at a Mississippi university is the most direct path. Mississippi does not require interns to hold a Professional Engineer license, but the Mississippi State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors governs the eventual PE credential many employers expect candidates to pursue. Strong candidates at schools like Mississippi State, Ole Miss, or Jackson State typically secure internships through campus recruiting events and co-op program partnerships with regional defense and manufacturing employers.

Which companies hire mechanical engineering interns in Mississippi?

Mississippi mechanical engineering intern roles are posted by CVS Health, Baptist Memorial Health Care, and Dutch Oil COmpany and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Mississippi's defense and shipbuilding industries, particularly along the Gulf Coast, account for a significant share of structured intern programs in the state.

Which Mississippi cities have the most mechanical engineering intern jobs?

Columbus, Jackson, and Olive Branch consistently post the most mechanical engineering intern openings in Mississippi. Jackson anchors hiring through state government agencies and regional manufacturers, the Gulf Coast cities of Biloxi and Pascagoula draw demand from shipbuilding and defense contractors like Ingalls Shipbuilding, and northern Mississippi cities benefit from automotive and aerospace suppliers concentrated along the I-22 and I-55 corridors.

Are there remote mechanical engineering intern jobs in Mississippi?

Yes, but they're rare. Mechanical engineering intern work is largely hands-on, involving lab work, prototyping, and on-site collaboration with production or design teams. About 20% of mechanical engineering intern openings tied to Mississippi are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how equipment-dependent the role typically is. The portions of the role most suited to remote work include CAD drafting, simulation modeling, and technical documentation tasks.

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

Applying to structured co-op or intern programs at large Mississippi employers is the most realistic entry path for candidates without prior experience. Ingalls Shipbuilding and the Tennessee Valley Authority run recognized early-career programs that accept students at the sophomore and junior level. Candidates who build a portfolio of CAD projects or simulation work through coursework at Mississippi State or Ole Miss gain a clear edge. Adjacent entry points include engineering technician roles and lab assistant positions at Mississippi universities, which often lead directly to intern placements.

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

You can find and apply to mechanical engineering intern jobs in Mississippi on Migrate Mate, which lists current Mississippi openings updated regularly. The listings cover opportunities from the Gulf Coast to the Jackson metro and across northern Mississippi's manufacturing corridor. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly through the listings on this page.

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