About the role#
As an Engineering intern in the Military Flight Controls Division, you will gain hands-on experience by working alongside engineering professionals. This role focuses on supporting the development of primary and secondary flight control systems for military aircraft. You will work on projects spanning the product lifecycle, from initial concept to production, while building your professional network and exploring career paths within the organization.
What you'll do#
- Support technology assessments, design of experiments, additive manufacturing, automation, and product development initiatives.
- Design, create, and prototype new components or modifications for existing products.
- Operate testing equipment, evaluate findings, analyze data, and prepare technical reports.
- Partner with manufacturing teams to understand production processes and provide engineering support.
- Support process improvement, technology advancement, and product launches.
What you'll need#
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Completion of relevant engineering coursework.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience with engineering tools.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through open-ended assignments.
- Professional communication skills and an active listening approach.
- Adaptability, a collaborative mindset, and a willingness to take on diverse engineering assignments.
- Experience with team-based projects, campus leadership, or work in a manufacturing or engineering environment is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship located on-site in Irvine, California.
- The term for this position is Summer 2027.
- Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin specializes in motion and control technologies. The company provides systems for filtration, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid handling. It serves customers in the aerospace, mobile, and industrial markets. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates in 43 countries and employs over 30,000 people.
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