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Intern, Mechanical Engineering
CompanyGraphcore
LocationAustin
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 6, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will participate in various aspects of mechanical design and support the thermal team in developing test procedures and setting up a new thermal lab. You will also assist in evaluating, testing, and troubleshooting prototypes.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
528
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Graphcore, we’re building the future of AI compute.
We’re a team of semiconductor, software and AI experts, with deep experience in creating the complete AI compute stack - from silicon and software to infrastructure at datacenter scale.
As part of the SoftBank Group, backed by significant long-term investment, we are delivering key technology into the fast-growing SoftBank AI ecosystem.
To meet the vast and exciting AI opportunity, Graphcore is expanding its teams around the world.
We are bringing together the brightest minds to solve the toughest problems, in a place where everyone has the opportunity to make an impact on the company, our products and the future of artificial intelligence.
About the Role
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Intern, Mechanical Engineering<br><br>About Us</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Graphcore is a globally recognised leader in Artificial Intelligence computing systems. The company designs advanced semiconductors and data centre hardware that provide the specialised processing power needed to drive AI innovation, while delivering the efficiency required to support its broader adoption. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">As part of the SoftBank Group, Graphcore is a member of an elite family of companies responsible for some of the world’s most transformative technologies. We are opening a new AI Engineering Campus in Austin, which will play a central role in Graphcore's work building the future of AI computing.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> <br><br></span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><strong><span data-contrast="auto">you could be doing as a Mechanical Engineering Intern?</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participating in different aspects of mechanical design using Creo 3D CAD software.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Working with the thermal team developing test procedures and setting up a new thermal lab for the testing of AI hardware. Supporting thermal testing of new hardware using various lab equipment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Support the mechanical and thermal design teams evaluating, testing and troubleshooting prototypes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> <br><br></span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">We are looking for individuals who:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> <br></span><span data-contrast="auto">Are currently enrolled and studying towards a Mechanical Engineer Degree (Bachelors, Masters or PHD students welcome). Candidates with alternative degrees will also be considered if they have relevant experience.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> <br><br></span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Qualities that will help your application stand out:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience using 3D CAD software (Creo preferred, not required)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Good interpersonal skills with an analytical approach.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Curiosity about technology outside of the classroom – personal projects, mechanical design, building projects or internships etc.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experiencing working in a lab environment, setting up and using equipment, testing and reporting data.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"multilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Adaptability and willing to learn how to use unfamiliar tools and systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}"> <br><br></span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span> <br><span data-contrast="none">In addition to a competitive salary, Graphcore offers a competitive benefits package. We welcome people of different backgrounds and experiences; we’re committed to building an inclusive work environment that makes Graphcore a great home for everyone. We offer an equal opportunity process and understand that there are visible and invisible differences in all of us. We can provide a flexible approach to interview and encourage you to chat to us if you require any reasonable adjustments. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":210,"335559739":210}"> </span></p>
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Key Skills
Mechanical Design3D CAD SoftwareThermal TestingInterpersonal SkillsAnalytical ApproachCuriosity About TechnologyLab Environment ExperienceAdaptability
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