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Mechanical Engineer Intern

CompanySAIC
LocationMiddletown
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will contribute individually and as a team member to support customer mission needs, working with stakeholders to achieve goals for SAIC's project portfolio. Responsibilities also include building awareness of key capability skills and conducting data and process analysis to support solution development.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
36630
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion.
About the Role

SAIC is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2026 to support various torpedo test equipment modernization and development efforts. This internship provides an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and gain hands-on experience in the field. This position will be located on site at our Middletown, RI office.

This is a paid internship opportunity

What’s in it for you?

  • Mentorship from corporate professionals who build technical solutions for business partners
  • Coaching and professional development feedback intended to enhance your skills and likelihood of success in a competitive corporate environment

Responsibilities:

  • Contribute individually and/or as a team member to support our customer’s unique mission needs
  • Work with key stakeholders to accomplish goals and objectives to support SAIC’s project/program portfolio
  • Build awareness and experience of key capability skills in support of SAIC business efforts
  • Conduct data and process analysis to support development of key solutions
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions in these technical fields

Technology Areas:

  • Mechanical Engineering: Utilization of CAD software to develop 3D models and 2D drawings for complex electromechanical parts and assemblies. Perform different engineering analyses on the overall design which can include FEA, tolerance stack-up, reliability, design for manufacturing, and design for assembly. 


Required:

  • Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering with one year or more of college coursework completed
  • A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, which is reflective of all college coursework
  • Experience using CAD software for the development of 3D models and 2D drawings
    • SolidWorks is the in-house CAD platform used 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Have a passion for a career in technology
  • U.S. Citizen
Key Skills
CAD Software3D Modeling2D DrawingsFEATolerance Stack-upReliabilityDesign For ManufacturingDesign For AssemblyData AnalysisProcess AnalysisWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeSolidWorks
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchTechnology