Engineering Research & Development Intern - Summer 2026

Power Packer North America • Urbandale, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As a full time, paid R&D Intern at Gits Manufacturing, you will have the opportunity to work directly with the Engineering team to assist in project and design work. Support prototype builds and data recording in preparation for validation activities. Test and provide feedback (report) on engineering design tools. Learn and Assist in 3D modeling and print creation for concepts and test articles. Monitor and document testing. Design process control documentation. Assist in engineering tool creation and process mapping.

Requirements

• A student of Junior or Senior academic standing, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to learn and be part of a collaborative team
• Upholds organizational values and integrity
• Ability to handle confidential materials with discretion and accuracy.
• Willing to be located onsite at GITs Manufacturing in Urbandale, IA

Responsibilities

• Assist in project and design work
• Support prototype builds and data recording in preparation for validation activities
• Test and provide feedback (report) on engineering design tools
• Learn and Assist in 3D modeling and print creation for concepts and test articles
• Monitor and document testing
• Design process control documentation
• Assist in engineering tool creation and process mapping

What This Job Offers

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