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Mechanical Engineer Internship

CompanyMarquardt Group
LocationRochester Hills
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 21, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support the mechanical engineering team by performing basic engineering calculations, participating in product testing including data collection, and building/evaluating prototypes in the lab. Responsibilities also include contributing to root cause analysis and maintaining technical documentation.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2127
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
25 hours
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About The Company
Founded in 1925 and headquartered in Rietheim-Weilheim, Germany, the family-owned company Marquardt is one of the world's leading manufacturers of mechatronic switching and operating systems. The mechatronics specialist's products - including operating components, vehicle access, driving authorization and battery management systems for electric vehicles - are used by many well-known customers in the automotive industry. Marquardt systems can also be found in household appliances, industrial applications and power tools. The company has around 9,700 employees worldwide at 22 locations on four continents. Turnover in the 2024 financial year was around 1.35 billion euros. Marquardt invests around ten percent of its turnover in research and development every year. Imprint: https://www.marquardt.com/imprint Privacy Policy: https://www.marquardt.com/privacy-policy
About the Role
Mechanical Engineer Internship

We are currently in search of a Mechanical Engineer Internship to join our Research and Development department of the Marquardt Group in our location Rochester Hills (USA).

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will provide support to the mechanical engineering team.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Perform basic engineering calculations, including tolerance stacks to support design development
  • Participate in product testing, including setup, data collection, and documentation
  • Build and evaluate prototypes in the lab
  • Contribute to root cause analysis and problem solving activities
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned by Manager

 Required Qualifications for this role include:

  • Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Minimum of 3.0 GPA
  • Familiarity with CAD software (CATIA or Siemens NX preferred)
  • Basic understanding of engineering drawings, tolerances, and mechanical principles
  • Good knowledge in Microsoft M365 (Excel, Word, Teams, SharePoint…etc.)
  • Excellent communication, attention to detail, and organization skills
  • Willingness to learn new skills and take initiative
  • Ability to work 25+ hours per week
  • Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future (US Citizen or Permanent Resident).

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to sit for extended periods
  • Ability to occasionally stand and walk
  • Ability to use close vision, color vision, and depth perception for extended periods

What We Offer:

  • Innovative products and diverse customer base
  • Support and resources to continue learning and training
  • Amazingly smart and fun teammates, and a management team invested in your development and success
  • Onsite gym
  • Supplier discounts on OEMs


Contact Person:
HRB-MSI-Rochester +1 248-293-7700
Recruiting-US-RO@marquardt.com



Marquardt Switches Inc. • 2990 Waterview Drive • Rochester Hills, MI • 48309 • USA

Key Skills
Engineering CalculationsTolerance StacksProduct TestingData CollectionPrototype BuildingRoot Cause AnalysisTechnical DocumentationCAD SoftwareCATIASiemens NXEngineering DrawingsMechanical PrinciplesMicrosoft M365CommunicationAttention To DetailOrganization
Categories
EngineeringScience & ResearchManufacturing
Benefits
Support and resources to continue learning and trainingOnsite gymSupplier discounts on OEMs