Manufacturing Engineering Internship (Summer 2027)

Battelle • Columbus, OH

1d • $20 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Battelle is seeking a full-time, onsite Manufacturing Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 in Columbus, Ohio. The role is part of the Defense Materials Solutions team, which develops specialized equipment and solutions for government and commercial customers. Interns contribute as valued members of multidisciplinary teams working alongside mechanical, electrical, software, and other specialists to deliver projects under time and budget constraints.

The intern will support engineering projects and products designed for challenging environments, including modular spray systems used on C130 aircraft, sensors, and communications systems. Work may include design, product and material research and selection, fabrication, testing, lab support and maintenance, and hands-on work with hardware. The intern is expected to take ownership of assigned tasks, report their status, and pursue technical solutions collaboratively. Travel may be required.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering, or an equivalent curriculum, at an ABET-accredited university.
• At least one year of college coursework completed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Initiative, self-motivation, and a desire to learn beyond the classroom.
• Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance as needed.
• Creativity and ability to take ownership of assignments.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a larger team.
• Must be a sole U.S. citizen and able to obtain a government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Extracurricular hands-on experience involving fabrication, integration, control, or repair of mechanical systems.
• Experience using SolidWorks and/or Pro/E mechanical modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects for use in challenging environments.
• Contribute to projects involving modular spray systems used on C130 aircraft, sensors, and communications systems.
• Work on multidisciplinary teams with CAD designers, engineers, scientists, fabricators, and technicians.
• Support design, product and material research and selection, fabrication, testing, lab support and maintenance, and hardware work.
• Execute assigned tasks, take ownership of assignments, and report on task status.
• Seek and use collaborator input to address technical challenges.
• Travel when required.

Benefits

• A $2,000 housing stipend for students relocating more than 50 miles from home and university.
• Flexible work schedules; most teams follow a compressed schedule allowing every other Friday off.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Social and professional networking events with Battelle senior leadership and colleagues.
• Opportunities for philanthropic involvement.

What This Job Offers

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