Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

Posted on 9/10/2025

Emerson Electric

Emerson Electric

Compensation Overview

$25 - $27/hr

Shakopee, MN, USA + 1 more

More locations: Eden Prairie, MN, USA

In Person

Candidates must work full-time (40 hours) per week in-person at a Twin Cities location (Shakopee, Chanhassen, or Eden Prairie, MN).

If you are a Mechanical Engineering student looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! We're looking to add a Mechanical Design Engineering Intern to our Shakopee or Eden Prairie, MN locations. You will be responsible for designing, testing, and maintaining instrumentation.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Use analytical skills, reasoning, and engineering judgment to develop new and innovative products and technologies 
  • Design components including injection molded plastics, die and investment castings, stampings, machined parts, etc. 
  • Collaborate with global, cross-functional project teams to ensure new designs meet internal requirements and industry standards 
  • Support prototype construction, laboratory testing, and agency testing during the product design cycle 
  • Apply sound engineering practices to solve quality issues 
  • Provide continuation engineering support for existing products 
  • Interact with software, electrical, manufacturing, marketing, supply chain, sales, and customers on technical matters 
  • Identify and implement product and process cost reductions and improvements 
Who You Are:
You identify and seize new opportunities. You convert ideas into actions and produce results with new initiatives. You solicit both input and discussion. You collaborate well by making new connections and building relationships in other areas and teams.  
 
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering or Science from an Engineering School (First-year, Sophomore, & Junior students will be considered) 
  • Zero (0) years of related experience 
  • Ability to work full-time (40 hours) per week in-person at a Twin Cities location (Shakopee, Chanhassen, or Eden Prairie, MN) 
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States 
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
  • GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Prior internship experience

Our Commitment and Culture To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives – because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth an delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including monthly housing allowance, paid holidays, employee choice hours, paid sick time, and paid volunteer time. You will also get hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured internship program. There is also an easy to access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. 

Hourly Pay Rate: $25.00 - $27.00