Systems & Integration Engineering Intern

American Rheinmetall • Auburn Hills, MI

5h

About The Position

American Rheinmetall is a leader in the design, development, and production of advanced tracked and wheeled vehicles, vehicle systems, and critical components that support U.S. military modernization. Our expertise spans electronic and mechanical systems, fabricated structures, armored products, rubber solutions, and track systems, delivering reliable innovation to both defense and commercial markets at the speed of need. As part of the global Rheinmetall family, we combine proven heritage with forward-looking technology to provide solutions that defend and feed the world. Job Summary: This internship provides broad exposure across multiple engineering functions, including System Requirements, System Architecture, Modeling & Simulation, Reliability, Safety, Hazardous Materials Engineering, Human Factors, and Configuration Management. Interns support real program work while learning how complex systems are designed, analyzed, and controlled throughout their lifecycle. The Systems & Engineering Integration Intern will gain hands-on experience across multiple engineering disciplines, mentorship from senior level engineers and exposure into relevant professional experience.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related technical field
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Interest in multidisciplinary systems engineering
• Clear communication skills and ability to work with diverse engineering teams
• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree (BSc Engineering including Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, Aerospace) from four-year college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training ; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks, physical, and controlled substance testing.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with engineering tools or data analysis is helpful but not required
• Ability to review and manipulate components in 3D modelling software (CREO, etc.)
• Interest and experience in: Military history/technology Firearms and related optics Videogames (real time strategy, 1st person shooter or RPG) interest and experience Robotics interest/experience 3D printing, welding, wood shop, metal shop or other fabrication technologies

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and maintaining system requirements and documentation
• Support modeling, simulation, and basic engineering analyses
• Contribute to reliability, safety, and hazard‑related assessments
• Help review materials, compliance data, and environmental documentation
• Participate in human‑factors evaluations and usability activities
• Support configuration management tasks such as change tracking and documentation updates

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern