Mechanical Engineer Intern, Electronic Access Controls

ASSA ABLOY

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Posted about 1 month ago

Internship

New Haven, Connecticut

Hybrid

Smart Summary

The intern will collaborate on New Product Development projects, focusing on designing and refining innovative products, and updating engineering drawings and 3D models as part of the engineering change process. Responsibilities also include performing problem analysis, assisting with product validation testing, and creating technical documentation to support project goals.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer Intern to join the Electro-Mechanical Access Control Engineering Team. You should be currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and have familiarity with GD&T and proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools is also required for documentation and analysis.

Must Have Skills for ATS

New Product Development

Engineering Drawings

3D Models

Problem Analysis

Product Validation Testing

Technical Documentation

GD&T

Tolerance Studies

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job Description

At ASSA ABLOY, our global teams collaborate seamlessly to craft products and services that integrate into our users’ lives, simplifying their everyday routines and enhancing convenience. By empowering users to control access, we provide unparalleled peace of mind through enhancing safety and visibility.

We’re expanding our Commercial Segment, seeking to a Mechanical Engineer Intern in the Electro-Mechanical Access Control (EMAC) Engineering Team within our Access Egress Hardware Group (AEHG). This internship provides a unique opportunity to work on both New Product Development Engineering initiatives, offering valuable exposure to real-world engineering challenges and solutions.

This position will sit onsite in New Haven, CT. This position will report to the Team lead for the EMAC mechanical engineering group.

What you will be doing 

  • Collaborate on New Product Development projects to design and refine innovative products.
  • Update engineering drawings and 3D models as part of the engineering change process.
  • Perform problem analysis to support product performance and reliability improvements.
  • Assist with product validation testing, then analyze and discuss test results.
  • Assist with operational support tasks to ensure seamless engineering workflows.
  • Create technical documentation, including diagrams and reports, to support project goals.

What we are looking for

  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and tolerance studies.
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks or equivalent.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools for documentation and analysis.
  • Role will require intern to work out of both New Haven and Berlin, CT offices on a hybrid schedule.

We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today!

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What we offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities, so that you can enjoy an internship opportunity with us. 

  • Hands-On Experience: Interns gain invaluable, real-world experience in a rapidly growing and innovative industry. Working on cutting-edge security solutions provides practical knowledge that enhances your skills and career readiness.
  • Industry Exposure: Learn about the latest trends and technologies in lock security, including IoT-enabled devices and advanced encryption techniques.
  • Networking Opportunities: Building connections with industry experts and fellow interns can open doors to future collaborations, job offers, and long-term professional relationships.
  • Contribution to Impactful Projects: Interns are often involved in meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the company's products and services, providing a sense of accomplishment and confidence.
  • Skill Development: Interning at a growing lock security business allows you to develop diverse skills, such as programming, data analytics, product design, and customer-oriented thinking.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group


Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

ASSA ABLOY

Let’s create a safer and more open world – together! ASSA ABLOY is the global leader in access solutions with sales of SEK 152 billion and 64,000 employees. The Group has operations in over 70 countries and sales worldwide. ASSA ABLOY’s innovations enable safe, secure and convenient access to physical and digital places. Every day, we help billions of people experience a more open world.  We have a feeling of discovery and urge to innovate by working together and telling it like it is, enabling us to be always growing, never boring and leading right. Do you want to be encouraged to act, have responsibilities to grow with and opportunities to explore? Join us!

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