What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer Intern position at Starkey?
Launch your engineering career with a hands-on internship where you’ll contribute to the design and testing of cutting-edge hearing technology, working directly on real products and performance improvements. You’ll gain experience in mechanical design (PTC Creo), testing, and data analysis while collaborating with a supportive team focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.
Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what’s possible.
We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.
Watch this video to see more of what sets Starkey apart: https://youtu.be/9cUYwTlCepg?si=wkovx8_R_iINfrc6
JOB SUMMARY DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE OF JOB
The Mechanical Engineering Intern, with supervision, is responsible for completing tasks that contribute to the development or improvement of Standard / Custom products and/or Accessories. Must possess communication ability, technical expertise, creativity, and internal drive to actively support the creation of designs that are recognized as best- in-class in the hearing aid industry. Must be able to work well in a team environment and have a passion for continuous improvement.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/RESULTS
- Conduct mechanical, environmental, and durability testing to assess coating performance
- Collect, analyze, and interpret test data; document results in clear engineering reports and summaries
- Under the guidance of a Mechanical Engineer, use PTC Creo to create new designs complying with the product requirements and objectives.
- Complete tasks on-time and with acceptable quality
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field with 3 years completed. Course work or practical experience in CAD, Material testing, Rapid prototyping is highly desired.
- No previous experience required. Prior internships in Medical device or consumer-electronics industries highly desired.
Knowledge / Technical Requirements
- Basic proficiency in PTC Creo preferred.
- Basic proficiency in MSOffice Standard required.
- Mechanical and materials testing experience required.
- Proven ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to work well with numbers required.
- Ability to work independently to make decisions and report progress.
- Personal communication and conduct skills at a professional level.
- Must be self-motivated and able to work in fast-paced team environment.
Salary and Other Compensation:
The pay rate for this position is $30 per hour.
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Salary : $30