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Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

CompanyVertiv
LocationLincoln
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 1, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support new product development and sustaining tasks by creating 3D mechanical models, drawings, and bills of material. They will also collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and manufacturing associates to build prototypes and manage engineering changes within the PLM system.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
19676
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Vertiv is a global leader in critical digital infrastructure for applications in data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments. As businesses, industries, and communities become more connected, we pioneer and deliver end-to-end power and cooling technologies to help our customers stay resilient, optimized, and future-ready. With our industry-leading innovative technologies and global services network, we are fueling the revolution of the digital world - keeping technology ecosystems running efficiently and without interruption. Vertiv is supercharging data’s potential; accelerating the pace of technology, raising the bar for accelerated compute and redefining the limits of densification. The world depends on data we power and cool™
About the Role

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineering Intern supports new product development and product sustaining tasks for the company’s Global Rack Power Distribution products for the Integrated Rack Solutions line of business. The Mechanical Engineering Intern uses mechanical CAD software to transform product specifications into a manufacturable product, then releases that design into the engineering Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system. The candidate must be a self-starter with a positive “make it happen” approach to meet multiple project goals and deliverables including product schedules, product design and manufacturability cost targets. The candidate must also manage complex development programs comprised of multiple and sometimes concurrent deliverables in a matrixed team environment interfacing with global internal and external (supplier/partner) team members.

 

Responsibilities:

· Create drawings and bills of material for sheet metal and purchased parts.

· Create 3D mechanical models using sheet metal and part modeling functionality of 3D mechanical CAD software.

· Generate assembly drawings and product submittal drawings.

· Collaborate across the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, and process engineering, as well as production and product offering teams.

· Work with manufacturing engineers and production associates to build prototypes and provide direction when needed.

· Write, submit, and release engineering changes in the PLM system.

 

Requirements:

· Junior or Senior student studying for a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or other engineering degree with mechanical design experience.

· Some experience in engineering design and product development preferred.

· Working knowledge of mechanical 3D CAD modeling. CREO and/or SolidWorks preferred.

· Electrical and electromechanical knowledge preferred.

· Ability to multitask and work effectively within cross functional engineering teams.

· Excellent planning, organizing, documentation, and communication skills.

 

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The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• High-Performance Culture

• Customer Focus

• Operational Excellence

• Innovation

• Financial Strength

VERTIV BEHAVIORS

• Own it

• Act with urgency

• Foster a customer-first mindset

• Think big and execute

• Lead by example

• Drive continuous improvement

• Learn and seek out development

• Promote transparent & open communication

About Vertiv

Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers’ vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today’s data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com

Key Skills
Mechanical EngineeringCADCreoSolidWorksProduct Lifecycle ManagementSheet Metal DesignBills of Material3D ModelingAssembly DrawingsElectromechanical KnowledgeElectrical EngineeringManufacturing EngineeringPrototypingTechnical DocumentationCross-functional CollaborationProject Management
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnology