Engineering Intern – Summer 2027

General Kinematics Corporation

Crystal Lake, IL, United States3w ago

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Key details

Salary
$37K–$42K/yr
Location
Crystal Lake, IL, United States
Work style
Onsite
Level
Intern
Job type
Internship
Function
other
Focus area
other
Posted
3w ago

Skills

autodeskcadcustomer serviceengineering drawingsfeagd&tmanufacturing processesmicrosoft office

About the role

Description

General Kinematics is the premier manufacturer of vibrating equipment for the processing of bulk materials. From vibratory feeders to complete process systems, General Kinematics creates innovative solutions to help customers process even the most challenging materials.


We are looking for motivated Engineering Interns to join our team for Summer 2027!


The Engineering Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting the development, design, analysis, testing, and start-up of vibratory equipment and systems. This position will work closely with Engineering and other teams, including Production, Customer Service, Sales, and R&D.


Responsibilities

  • Participate in the development, analysis, and testing of vibratory process equipment.
  • Create and modify engineering drawings in accordance with GK standards.
  • Assist with stress, strain, vibration, and deflection analyses using engineering calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Support engineering design and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Develop knowledge of CAD, manufacturing processes, and GK equipment.
  • Collaborate with Sales and other departments to support customer proposals and projects.
  • Identify opportunities to optimize designs, control costs, and improve efficiency.
  • Support the Company’s ISO objectives, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field.
  • Knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and ability to analyze and solve technical problems.
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings, GD&T, and CAD software; Autodesk Inventor and ANSYS experience is a plus.
  • Previous engineering, manufacturing, or industrial equipment experience is a plus.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

The provided pay rate is a guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation decisions may consider factors including experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity.

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