Mechanical Design Intern

Teague • Everett, WA

4h • $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Teague, interns aren’t just here to observe—they’re here to make an impact. We value the fresh perspectives, creativity, and energy that each intern brings to the table. In return, we offer hands-on experience in real-world design projects, client collaboration, and industry-leading innovation. As a Mechanical Design Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting the design and development needs of our clients while working alongside experienced engineers and designers. You’ll strengthen your skills in CAD modeling, design documentation, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and the product development process, gaining insight into how innovative concepts move from early design through prototyping and implementation. This internship is designed to provide meaningful learning opportunities—helping you build technical skills, contribute to real projects, and develop professional relationships within a collaborative engineering environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Exposure to 3D CAD tools such as SolidWorks through coursework, projects, or personal experience.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes gained through academic study.
• Familiarity with creating 3D models, assemblies, and basic technical drawings in a CAD environment.
• Interest in product development, aerospace interiors, or complex engineered systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based, multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced design environment.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Strong communication skills and ability to present ideas or project work clearly.
• US persons required due to the nature and sensitivity of our client work.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship, academic project, design competition, or maker experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating basic structural considerations, material options, and manufacturing approaches as part of the design process.
• Support the preparation of design documentation, presentations, and technical reports.
• Contribute to a positive, detail-oriented team environment while developing practical engineering and design skills.
• Maintain organized files and design records in accordance with company data management practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Industrial Design, Technical Build, and Visualization—to understand how different disciplines contribute to successful program delivery.
• Participate in problem-solving discussions to help address integration or design challenges during development.
• Observe and learn how design decisions impact performance, cost, manufacturability, and certification requirements.
• Assist in the design, modeling, and prototyping of future product concepts for aerospace products and subsystems.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks or similar CAD software under the direction of senior designers.
• Help prepare documentation packages for mockups, prototype builds, and testing activities.
• Support design reviews by helping compile drawings, models, and supporting materials.

Benefits

• Creative Environment – Work with a talented and passionate team.
• Growth-Oriented – We support professional development and skill-building.
• Collaborative Culture – We value diverse perspectives and ideas.
• Impactful Work – Shape the future of design and create meaningful experiences.
• A Team That Cares – We believe great work comes from happy, inspired people.
• Join an Employee-Owned Company! We are employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), meaning our people share in the long-term success of the business. Our ESOP fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term stability because when we succeed, we all win together.
• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that rewards you based on performance and recognition for the value you bring to Teague. Individual salaries within this range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. In addition, our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes employer provided Short & Long-Term Disability and Life/AD&D insurance, alongside competitive dental and medical plans with a Health Savings Account option, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k, and Parental Leave. We also offer voluntary benefits for vision, additional life, additional AD&D, accident & injury, critical illness, identity theft protections, legal and long-term care. Additionally, employees enjoy discounts on pet insurance and access to HealthCare Bluebook. As part of our comprehensive benefits package, full-time employees start by accruing 4 weeks of paid time off a year (prorated for part-time hires) and 10 paid holidays throughout the fiscal year. On-Call or Temporary employees accrue 1hr of PTO for every 30hrs worked. Full-time intern benefits start the first month following 60 days of hire and are not eligible to participate in Teague's 401k plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees