Mechanical Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

About the Role

Key responsibilities include preparing product layouts, designing components and assemblies with 3D CAD, adhering to drafting and release standards, and participating in product development activities such as brainstorming and voice‑of‑customer sessions. Interns also document process changes, create bills of material, conduct research, use FEA tools for static and dynamic analysis, and perform calculations to verify dimensions and tolerances. • Prepare product layouts and design components using 3D CAD. • Follow engineering drafting and release standards. • Participate in design brainstorming and voice‑of‑customer activities. • Document process changes and create bills of material. • Conduct research to verify specifications and fill information gaps. • Use FEA tools to analyze parts and assemblies in static and dynamic conditions. • Perform calculations to ensure dimensions, tolerances, and specifications are correct. • Build a mentorship network with managers, peers, and senior leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸3d cad
• ▸drafting standards
• ▸fea analysis
• ▸bom creation
• ▸research
• ▸calculations

What You Bring

The Mechanical Engineering and Design Internship provides hands‑on experience across the Enclosures segment, allowing interns to develop leadership and engineering skills through projects, formal training, and mentorship. Interns work on real‑world challenges while gaining exposure to a global organization. Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, preferably rising seniors, with 3D modeling experience and solid computer skills. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of design standards, manufacturing processes, SolidWorks, HVAC or sheet‑metal concepts, and strong written and oral communication abilities. • Pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (rising senior preferred). • Demonstrate 3D modeling experience and proficiency with SolidWorks. • Possess knowledge of design standards, manufacturing processes, and HVAC/sheet‑metal concepts.

Requirements

• ▸mechanical engineering
• ▸rising senior
• ▸solidworks
• ▸3d modeling
• ▸hvac
• ▸communication

Benefits

nVent Innovation seeks individuals who want to put their ideas into action and help build a more secure world through inventive electrical solutions. The company emphasizes inclusion, growth, and a culture of positive energy, integrity, and respect, offering a vibrant environment for early‑career professionals. The program offers structured training, on‑the‑job learning, and networking opportunities with peers, managers, and senior leaders. Interns join a community of early‑career professionals, participate in employee resource groups, and receive mentorship to support both personal and professional growth. The internship is based in Madison, WI, and provides a competitive hourly wage of $25, relocation and housing support, paid time off, sick leave, volunteer time, and holidays. High‑performing interns may be considered for future co‑ops or full‑time positions with nVent. The company is committed to strengthening communities, supporting philanthropic efforts, and fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity. Core values such as innovation, integrity, customer focus, respect, optimism, and accountability guide its actions, while comprehensive benefits cover health, retirement, stock purchase, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and more. • Receive on‑the‑job training and structured learning opportunities. • Earn $25 per hour with relocation and housing support for eligible candidates. • Enjoy paid time off, sick leave, volunteer time, and holidays. • Potential for future internship, co‑op, or full‑time employment based on performance.

Work Environment

Office Full-Time