Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

UFP Technologies • Grand Rapids, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UFP Technologies is hiring an Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The intern will gain hands-on experience across the product lifecycle, from design and prototyping through manufacturing and testing, with mentorship from experienced engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The internship includes exposure to customer interaction, program management, design and fabrication, measurement and analysis, and problem-solving on manufacturing challenges. The intern will work with a mentor to set goals, participate in product and process design discussions, and contribute to technical reports, data collection, and process improvements.

The internship runs from mid- to late May 2027 through late August or early September 2027. It is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and on-site in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Housing and transportation are not provided; local candidates within 45 minutes are preferred. The application deadline is January 15, 2027, and interviews begin in late January 2027.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering at an accredited university.
• Familiarity with CAD software.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and eager to learn.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• SolidWorks experience is preferred.
• Previous internship or co-op experience is a plus.
• Local candidates within 45 minutes of the Grand Rapids location are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn how customer needs inform product design.
• Observe how complex engineering projects are planned and executed.
• Contribute to design and fabrication of functional prototypes.
• Learn to test and evaluate product performance through measurement and analysis.
• Apply engineering skills to manufacturing challenges.
• Work with a mentor to establish meaningful goals.
• Participate in product and process design discussions.
• Contribute to technical reports, data collection, and process improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern