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Mechanical Engineering Intern

Steris Corporation
Pay range for this opportunity is $23.00/hr - $27.00/hr.
United States, Ohio, Mentor
Feb 27, 2026
Mechanical Engineering Intern Req ID: 53119 Job Category: Intern Location: Mentor, OH, US, 44060 Workplace Type: Onsite At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. Position Summary The Mechanical Engineering Intern will be involved in next generation product development for the surgical environment including surgical capital equipment and virtual operating room digital integration systems. The team environment consists of a well-rounded cross functional new product development team. The intern will be responsible for basic CAD design tasks, assembling and other model shop activities. There will also be exposure to processes and documentation required to successfully develop capital medical equipment and an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with rapid prototyping methodology and product testing. Key Program Info: Duration: Summer 2026 (May-August) Location: Mentor, OH Work Environment: Onsite Hours: Full-time for the duration of your internship What You'll Do as a Mechanical Engineering Intern Assist with components/assemblies design Utilize Pro/E (or Solidworks) CAD to create 3D models of the design and detailed 2D drawings Develop demonstrations of various new product concepts Build and test functional prototypes to demonstrate product concepts. Collect and analyze data Develop mathematical models, applying statistics and equation describing physical phenomena Follow industry codes, standards, and recommendations Take part in design review and verification Organize and document testing and product development process Research various technologies and materials Communicate results and finding Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety procedures, including wearing personal protective equipment (safety glasses, etc., as required) in the labs. The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed Required: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program for mechanical engineering Junior year requirements must be completed by program start (May 2026) Basic proficiency in CAD - Solidworks or ProE preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Preferred: Lab based coursework as well as practical experience in designing, building and testing electro-mechanical prototypes is highly desired Experience or interest in computer programming using applications such as LabView is also desired Other: Requires organizational, communication, problem solving, and troubleshooting skills and a mature approach to cross functional working environments. Ability to gather and analyze web-based information and information from STERIS subject matter experts. Ability to read, understand and apply user manuals to learn how to implement and control various commercial products. Pay range for this opportunity is $23.00/hr - $27.00/hr. Minimum pay rates offered will comply with county/city minimums, if higher than range listed. Pay rates are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to local labor market costs, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language fluency, etc. STERIS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits portfolio. Click here for a complete list of benefits:STERIS Benefits Open until position is filled. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity. Req ID: 53119 Job Category: Intern Location: Mentor, OH, US, 44060 Workplace Type: Onsite STERIS Sustainability Life at STERIS Nearest Major Market: Cleveland Nearest Secondary Market: Akron Job Segment: Mechanical Engineer, Summer Internship, Entry Level Engineer, CAD, Drafting, Engineering, Entry Level