Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mechanical Engineering Intern

Location: Glendale, WI

Department: Mechanical Engineering – Product Development

Reports To: Mechanical Engineering Manager – Global Controls Products

What you will do:

Johnson Controls is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Product Development team in Glendale, WI. This internship offers hands-on experience supporting the design, development, and testing of innovative electromechanical products, including valves, actuators, thermostats, and building automation components. You will work alongside experienced engineers to assist in prototyping, testing, and design activities that contribute to new product development and sustaining engineering efforts.

How you will do it:

Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will:

• Assist in mechanical design and development of electromechanical products such as actuators, valves, and gear-driven systems.

• Support prototype builds using 3D printing and rapid prototyping techniques.

• Create and update 3D CAD models and drawings using Creo or similar tools.

• Help perform basic FEA analysis and interpret results under supervision.

• Participate in design reviews, tolerance stack-ups, and documentation activities.

• Aid in laboratory testing and validation of components and assemblies.

• Assist with VAVE projects, product enhancements, and sustaining engineering tasks.

• Prepare technical reports, maintain lab equipment, and organize test setups.

What we look for:

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in Mechanical Engineering (junior or senior level preferred).

• CAD experience with 3D modeling (Creo preferred).

• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn advanced tools and methods.

• Ability to work full-time during summer; part-time during school year may be possible.

• Must be local to Milwaukee / Glendale, WI, or commutable distance.

• U.S. citizen or legal right to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3D printing and prototyping

• Familiarity with sensor integration, embedded control systems, or electromechanical design.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $21.00 – $24.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.