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2025 Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

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Flex

2025 Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

Austin, TX

Job Posting Start Date 12-20-2024 Job Posting End Date 12-25-2024

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion and cultivate a workplace culture of belonging that views uniqueness as a competitive edge and builds a community that enables our people to push the limits of innovation to make great products that create value and improve people's lives.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

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Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, this Summer, we're looking to add a Mechanical Design Engineering Intern located in our Austin, TX site.

Reporting to the Mechanical Design Engineering Manager, the student will assist with daily engineering tasks while learning, collaborating and working alongside Engineers and cross-functional teams.

What a typical day looks like:
  • Support Various Programs with Tooling Design and Tooling Maintenance Support
  • Perform Tolerance Analysis and run and process 3D Prints
  • Create and release drawings, interface with internal machine shop
  • Create mechanical design concepts for various products and clients using mechanical tools
  • Work with the team to build and test prototypes including diagnosing and making recommendations on prototypes, assembly or design failures
  • Attend team meetings to support project work/deliverables as needed
Student qualities we're seeking for this internship assignment:
  • Student pursuing degree in Mechanical Engineering who has completed their Junior Year of college
  • 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, NX, Creo)
  • Understanding of GD&T/Dimensional Management
  • 3D Printing experience, Manual or CNC milling/lathe experience
  • Samples of hands-on Design Project or work experience - highly preferred! (include portfolio link in resume)
Internship Program Requirements:
  • Available to start on May 27th and work 40 hours/week (in-person) for 10-12 week Summer assignment
  • Currently enrolled in 4-year accredited university
  • 3.0 minimum GPA
Job Category
Intern

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?
No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Client-provided location(s): Austin, TX, USA
Job ID: Flex-WD193248
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • FSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led