Engineering Internship

Program Overview

The ND Power & Propulsion Engineering Internship offers students hands-on learning experiences in aerospace and mechanical engineering, allowing them to collaborate with industry partners and global experts during the 2026 summer. Interns are paired with ND P&P staff mentors to work on real-world projects, gaining exposure to industry customers and valuable engineering experience. The program covers a broad range of practical engineering disciplines, including design, testing, and analysis, helping students develop the skills and expertise needed for future career opportunities.

Learning Opportunities

The ND P&P Engineering Internship offers a wide range of learning opportunities and experiences for students, including:

• Test engineering, data collection, and analysis
• Instrumentation design, fabrication, and calibration
• Mechanical design and Computer Aided Design
• Systems control, computer programming, and electrical engineering
• Thermal, structural, and vibration analysis
• Thermodynamics and aerodynamics
• Computational fluid dynamics

Program Activities

• The program consists of 10 weeks of full-time engineering experience during the summer
• Weekly Lunch and Learns
• Professional development workshops and social events
• Opportunity to present at the Summer Undergraduate Research Symposium
• Opportunity to present in the 3MT Competition (3 Minute Thesis)
• Required to give an End of Summer Presentation to ND P&P staff
• Opportunity to give an End of Summer Presentation to industry partners
• Access to campus facilities such as University Health Service, RecSports, Smith Center, Duncan Student Center, and Hesburgh Library

Eligibility

To be eligible for the ND P&P Engineering Internship, applicants must be enrolled as undergraduates in an engineering degree program at a university or college by the start of the summer 2026 term. Aerospace and/or mechanical engineering majors are preferred.

Application Window

Applications are accepted from September 15, 2025 to November 10, 2025.

How to Apply

To apply for the ND P&P Engineering Internship, please submit the following:

1. Application: Click on the link below to fill out the application.
2. Résumé: Include your educational background, relevant experience, skills, and any pertinent projects or research.
3. Cover Letter: Provide a cover letter detailing your interest in the ND P&P Engineering Internship. In your letter, please address the following
   • Your motivation for applying to the Internship Program.
   • Your career goals and how they align with the internship.
   • Your engineering interests and how they relate to the work at ND P&P.
4. Letter of Recommendation: Please provide the name and contact information of a person who can provide a letter of recommendation on your behalf. This could be a teacher, employer, or mentor who can speak to your skills and character.

For eligibility, please ensure that all documents are submitted according to the provided guidelines within the eligibility window.

Apply here

Questions?

If you have any questions about the ND P&P Engineering Internship, please contact powerpropulsion@nd.edu.