MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN

Connections matter. Make yours here. TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Segment, Business Unit or Corporate Group

This position will be part of the ​GLOBAL AUTOMOTIVE BUSINESS UNIT--By 2030, the automotive landscape will be defined by more sustainable, safer and convenient ways of moving around. Our vision is to co-create connectivity solutions that will be key enablers of this transformation.​

Work Location

The location for this position is ​Winston Salem, NC​

Job Overview

At TE Connectivity, you’ll help bring our purpose to life by creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Your role as ​an Intern​ in the ​Choose an item.​ Business Unit, will help us make the connections that move the world forward by:

• Working with the Electric Vehicle Charging Inlets team in the Product Design & Development area
• Supporting the design and development of next-generation EV charging inlet components using 3D CAD tools such Creo
• Assisting in review of engineering drawings, tolerancing (GD&T), and Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Participating in design verification and validation (DVV) activities including prototype builds, functional testing, and test report documentation
• Collaborating cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, and tooling teams to support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews
• Supporting root cause analysis and corrective action processes related to product design or performance issues
• Contributing to cost reduction and product improvement initiatives through engineering change proposals
• Presenting project findings and technical updates to engineering and leadership teams, building real-world communication and project management skills

Responsibilities

• At TE Connectivity, you’ll be part of a global collaborative culture where your innovative approach and actions have the potential to transform the world of tomorrow. In this role you’ll:
• Design and iterate on mechanical components for EV charging inlets using industry-standard CAD tools, translating concepts into detailed, manufacturable designs
• Collaborate directly with experienced engineers, gaining hands-on exposure to the full product development lifecycle from ideation and concept selection through validation and launch
• Apply engineering fundamentals such as materials science, mechanical tolerancing, and electrical interface requirements in a real-world product environment
• Participate in design reviews, contributing fresh perspectives and ideas that directly influence product outcomes
• Conduct and support testing activities to verify product performance against customer and regulatory requirements, including EV charging standards such as SAE J1772 or IEC 62196
• Engage with global cross-functional teams including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and customers - building a professional network across a Fortune 500 company
• Develop professional skills in technical communication, problem solving, and project execution in a fast-paced, innovation-driven engineering environment

You’re the kind of person we are looking for if you:

• Have earned a high school diploma or GED
• Are currently enrolled in, or pursuing, a ​BA/BS​ Degree in ​Mechanical Engineering​ from an accredited college or university—or have equivalent work experience (gap year students may also be considered).
• Preferably have prior internship experience or have completed a major project
• Are authorized to work in the U.S.

Short Description

I&D

TE Connectivity and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Competencies

Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $20.91 – 45.04/hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.