Graduate Engineering Intern – Summer 2026

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Join Torch Technologies, a forefront innovator in advanced technology solutions, as a Graduate Engineering Intern for Summer 2026. This internship is an excellent opportunity for Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering students who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in areas such as advanced materials and manufacturing. Interns will work under the mentorship of experienced professionals and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technological solutions supporting government and defense customers.

During this internship, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience in advanced materials and manufacturing technologies, capabilities, and processes.
• Collaborate with technical experts across multiple disciplines to investigate relevant advanced/hybrid manufacturing methods and inform efforts to define strategies to accelerate adoption of AM for flight-qualified parts.

Duration and Location

• Duration: 12-week summer internship (May 13, 2026 – August 7, 2026)
• Location: Knoxville, TN
• Schedule: Full-time

During your internship, you may:

• Assist with engineering analysis, design, modeling, and prototyping activities
• Support development, integration, and testing of advanced technology systems and instrumentation
• Conduct research, data analysis, and technical documentation to support ongoing projects
• Collaborate with engineers and technical staff across multidisciplinary teams
• Contribute to experimental setup, test execution, and results evaluation

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a graduate degree in aerospace engineering or mechanical engineering
• Preferred coursework: engineering design/analysis, computer-aided design, additive or advanced manufacturing, materials science, sensors and signal/data analysis
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen
• At least 18 years old
• Actively enrolled as a graduate student at an accredited educational institution
• In good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Ability to commit to a full-time schedule for the duration of the internship

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts through the Torch Technologies careers portal. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Benefits: 

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.  

Applying to Torch Technologies: 

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. 

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. 

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