About the role#
Entrust is looking for a Mechanical CAD Designer intern to join our engineering group in Shakopee, Minnesota. This is a full-time, six-month internship program where you will gain hands-on experience by working with a team of engineers and designers. You will contribute to the development of systems used for printing and personalizing items like passports, credit cards, and driver licenses. You will work on cross-functional teams to help reach project objectives.
What you'll do#
- Solve technical problems and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Work closely with and take direction from mechanical engineers.
- Develop solutions for design problems.
- Create or modify solid models of parts.
- Create and review part drawings.
- Participate in design reviews.
- Prototype and test designs.
- Provide recommendations for technical challenges.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Associate degree program for Mechanical Engineering Design or an equivalent field.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Experience with solid modeling, specifically SolidWorks 3-D modeling.
- Knowledge of injection-molded plastic, sheet metal, and machined part design.
- Familiarity with mechanical and electromechanical products.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to work in an interactive, cross-functional team.
- Detail-oriented, self-directed, and organized work habits.
- Unrestricted work authorization for the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Shakopee, Minnesota (On-site).
- Type: Full-time internship.
- Term: Rolling.
About Entrust
Entrust is a software development company based in Minneapolis. It focuses on identity-centric security solutions to prevent fraud and cyber threats. The company provides tools for verifying identities, securing connections, and monitoring transactions. It serves customers in over 150 countries through a global partner network.
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