Mechanical Engineering Intern

Regent•North Kingstown, RI

39d

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at REGENT, you'll support the development of structural, mechanical, and electromechanical systems for our seagliders - vehicles that blend aerospace performance with marine durability. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers across mechanical, electrical, and systems disciplines to help design components, support integration activities, and contribute to bringing real flight hardware to life. This internship offers hands-on experience in CAD modeling, hardware design, system routing, prototyping, and testing. You'll gain firsthand experience in how complex mechanical systems are designed, integrated, and validated in a fast-paced engineering environment. If you're energized by working at the intersection of cutting-edge innovation, real-world impact, and hands-on engineering, you'll be in the right place - and we'd be thrilled to have you on the team!

Requirements

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Familiarity with CAD tools (NX, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)
Strong fundamentals in mechanical design, statics, and dynamics
Interest in complex mechanical systems and hands-on prototyping
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Nice To Haves

Prior internship, co-op, or student project team experience (e.g., FSAE, AIAA, robotics teams)
Hands-on experience building hardware, testing prototypes, or running experiments
Exposure to electromechanical systems, motion systems, or dynamic assemblies
Familiarity with GD&T, tolerance analysis, or DFM considerations
Experience working with composite structures or marine/aerospace systems

Responsibilities

Support the design and layout of mechanical and electromechanical systems in CAD (NX preferred)
Create and update CAD models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings
Assist in designing mounts, brackets, and structural supports for onboard systems
Participate in electromechanical routing (cable harnesses, tubing, mechanical paths)
Support prototype builds, fit checks, and hands-on integration on the vehicle
Conduct basic analyses (tolerance, packaging, fastener selection, etc.) under the guidance of mentors