What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer Intern position at McKinstry?
Thank you for your interest in interning with McKinstry!
We are proud and excited to offer summer internships for 2026 across several of our different office locations and are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Intern to join our team in Spokane, WA.
McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.
Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:
- renewables and energy services
- engineering and design
- construction and facility services
To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?
Our B.L.U.E. (Build, Learn, Understand, Enrich) Summer Internship Program is purposefully designed to inspire your imagination and help you guide your career with purpose. You’ll be an integral part of McKinstry with hands-on experience, mentorship and a healthy dose of fun. Our program delivers depth and real experience so that you can truly evaluate potential career paths within the work we do.
What we look for in our Manufacturing Engineer Interns:
- College Junior or higher standing, working toward a Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain or Manufacturing degree or related field.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook; working knowledge of SharePoint preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines, juggle multiple assignments, and maintain attention to accuracy and detail.
- Availability in Summer 2026 (May/June start until August/September depending on school)
- Must be 18 years of age or older
What are our Manufacturing Engineer Interns responsible for:
- Creating and implementing process improvements in the shop.
- Supporting day-to-day shop operations
- Exploring technology applications within the fabrication workspace
- Problem-solving using various programs
If you’re passionate about sustainability and want to work with our team to help solve the critical problems our industry and clients face, we invite you to apply.
The hourly rate for this role is $24/hr
The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.
McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.
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