Mechanical Engineer R&D Intern
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 13, 2026. Schindler Group scores A on the Alion truth index.
Location: Randolph, NJ, United States
Job ID: 92987
We Elevate... Quality of urban life
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.
Join us as a
Mechanical Engineer R&D Intern
Your main responsibilities
Applicants should have the desire to apply basic ME principles and theories in a practical environment. Interns will become familiar with mechanical components and schematics. They will learn about the design of systems from concept to industrialization to implementation in the field. Working with our team to troubleshoot technical issues will allow interns to develop their problem-solving abilities. Progress and assignments will be discussed at weekly or bi-weekly meetings with the manager. At the end of the internship, the intern will give a presentation summarizing their accomplishments.
- Support the mechanical and system team activities.
- Assist in with strength calculations done manually.
- Help creating and maintaining 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and engineering documents.
- Work on innovation tasks and brainstorming ideas for technical problems.
- Support assembly of prototypes.
- Support component testing.
- 3D printing.
- Run FEA analysis.
What you bring
- Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD or Creo
- Basic proficiency with MS Office Suite
- Ability to manage multiple tasks
- Team player
- Self-starter
- Hands on experience with tools (drills, grinders, wrenches, etc) is a plus.
- College Junior or Senior (must have at least 50% of their undergrad coursework completed)
***Candidates must reside within commutable distance, as we do not provide living accommodations for the Internship***
What’s in it for you?
- Throughout your internship, we provide continuous feedback to assist in the intern’s development
- Professional development aimed at closing skill gaps between college graduation and future employment - potentially at Schindler!
- Opportunity to work on real-world projects and make meaningful contributions
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- $21 - $27 per hour, depending on experience
- Full time employment during internship
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:
- Safety: Uphold the highest safety standards for all.
- Integrity and Trust: Foster honest, ethical relationships.
- Create Value for the Customer: Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.
- Quality: Ensure excellence in every product and service.
- Commitment to People Development: Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.
Discover more on our career website.
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