Mechanical Engineering Intern
Posted on 10/7/2025

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Compensation Overview
$19.50 - $32.50/hr
Moscow, ID, USA
In Person
SEL’s corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life.
Manufacturing Test Infrastructure (MTI) is looking for an enthusiastic Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our team. As an intern in MTI, you will be part of a world-class design team that develops automated test systems used in SEL production facilities. Please note that this is a year-round position with the expectation of full-time work through the summer and a flexible part-time work schedule during the school year.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide support to mechanical engineering staff as needed:
- Functional/qualification test plans, testing, and test reports
- Tolerance, return on investment (ROI), thermal, and structural analysis
- Design of plastic, machined, sheet metal, and die cast parts
2. Update SolidWorks models and drawings.
3. Data entry of technical information into company databases (MS Access, Lotus Notes, SolidWorks).
4. Follow mechanical development and quality assurance procedures.
5. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
6. Understand. Create. Simplify.
7. Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Currently in pursuit of BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering with one to two years engineering education completed
Ability to conduct defined testing procedures
Strong problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of MS Office Applications or equivalent
One year SolidWorks Experience (or equivalent CAD software)
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience filing engineering documentation
Finite element analysis experience a plus
Location Information - Pullman, WA
SEL’s corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.
Pay Range Data
($19.50 - $32.50 per hour)* Our intern pay is determined based on the internship role (the work you would be doing) and your year in school (when you plan to graduate). Talk to your recruiter if you are curious about the rate for your year in school.

Internships by Season
Summer InternshipsFall InternshipsWinter & Spring InternshipsCo-op InternshipsLatest InternshipsInternship Search Guides
How to Find an InternshipInternship SalariesInternship DeadlinesMock Interview Prep