Mechanical Engineering Intern-Summer 2021
Sensata Interns have the unique opportunity to work on a technical project in one of our engineering divisions. Throughout the internship experience, you will receive direct feedback from peers and managers, engage with other interns in the program, and will have multiple learning opportunities through Lunch and Learn presentations and training courses. Our Intern Program is inclusive to all our US sites and is designed to give each intern a concentrated view of what it is like to be an engineer at Sensata.
Internship projects vary from year to year and are based on current business needs at the time of the internship. Specific details will be provided prior to your start date, but all projects are technical and require a sound understanding of engineering principles.
As a Mechanical Engineering intern possible responsibilities could include:
- Build, test and debug prototype samples
- Work in teams to solve complex technical problems and support high volume production lines
- Create engineering prints and specifications
- Apply statistical methods to data analysis
- Interface with customers on key design issues
- Work in teams to identify and implement the best possible solutions and support high volume production lines
- Performing design verification on original and/or derivative ideas using diagnostic and experimental methods
- Determine design approaches and parameters
- Evaluate equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results
Successful candidates will be able to:
- Apply core engineering concepts to solve complex, unfamiliar, and novel problems
- Clearly and concisely communicate complex information to peers, managers, and customers
- Take initiative and think creatively
- Overcome obstacles and tenaciously drive to achieve goals
- Achieve results with teams, as a colleague and as a leader
Requirements:
- Must be currently pursuing B.S., M.Eng., or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program
- U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident is NOT required for this position, however proper work authorizations will be required.