Req ID: 140463
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Texas
City: Austin
3 Month Internship
As a global technology leader, Celestica designs, engineers, and manufactures industry-leading products and services that drive customer success and market advancement. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, we bring together over 33,000 employees across more than 45 sites in North America, Europe, and Asia.
With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain management and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. Working with the world's leading technology companies across a broad range of industries, Celestica helps its customers achieve a competitive advantage. These products span key areas such as data centre technology, aerospace and defense, healthtech, and capital equipment.
Working at Celestica is more than a job. It's about being part of something bigger and shaping the future with your work. You'll take on exciting and challenging projects, get hands-on experience, collaborate with a global team, and learn from some of the greatest minds in the industry. And just as we aspire to imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers, we're just as committed to delivering the best employee experience.
Benefits for Students Include:
- Experience working for one of the largest Canadian global technology companies
- Possibility of a student casual contract position after completion of internship
- Possibility of a full-time position after completion of degree
- Access to Celestica's development programs and projects
- Fun intern activities including celebration events and networking
- Internal recognition programs and rewards for stellar performance
What's in it for you?
- Opportunity: Job experience at a large Canadian-based global company
- Innovation: We look to our employees to implement new ideas and improve the way we do things
- Collaboration: Students work as part of global teams, enabled by collaborative technology
- Sustainability: We uphold strong ethics, reduce our impact on the environment and empower employees to give back to the community
- Development opportunities: including soft skills courses, innovation projects and mentorship
- Networking: Strategically build your professional network to advance your career and deepen relationships across your peers and colleagues.
About this opprotunity:
The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support the Mechanical Design Engineering team in the development, integration, and validation of mechanical systems and components for high-performance computing and data-center rack solutions. The intern will gain hands-on experience working with mechanical design, CAD, prototyping, testing, documentation, and engineering problem-solving in a fast-paced product development environment.
Detailed Description
- Support mechanical engineers with design and development of components, assemblies, and systems for computing and data-center rack products.
- Create and modify 3D CAD models, drawings, and layouts under the guidance of experienced engineers.
- Assist with prototype builds, mechanical assembly, fit and finish evaluations, and design verification activities.
- Support engineering testing and data collection, including dimensional measurements, force measurements, and basic mechanical performance testing.
- Assist with troubleshooting mechanical issues and identifying potential design improvements.
- Participate in design reviews and contribute to documentation, engineering reports, and presentation materials.
- Work with cross-functional teams including electrical, thermal, manufacturing, quality, and operations teams.
- Support prototype and production build activities and help document issues, root causes, and corrective actions.
- Follow established engineering processes, design standards, and product development procedures.
- Perform other engineering assignments and projects as needed.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field; students who have completed at least their sophomore year are preferred.
- Basic understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, including mechanics, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering drawings.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software
- Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings and dimensions.
- Basic understanding of GD&T is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a willingness to learn.
- Hands-on mindset and interest in mechanical design, prototyping, and hardware development.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage assigned tasks with guidance from experienced engineers.
- Experience with engineering projects, laboratory work, robotics, Formula SAE, or other hands-on technical activities is a plus.
Physical Demands
- Ability to work in an engineering laboratory, manufacturing, and office environment.
- Ability to safely handle mechanical components, tools, fixtures, and prototypes.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach during prototype builds, testing, and equipment operation.
- Ability to occasionally lift and move mechanical components or equipment weighing up to 25 lbs., with appropriate assistance when required.
- Ability to use computers and CAD workstations for extended periods.
- Must be able to follow applicable safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Salary
The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.
The hourly wage is determined by the years of study completed and is non-negotiable as per company policy.
Hourly Wage: $24-30 USD/hr
Area: Engineering
Start Date: June 2027
Location: Austin, Texas
Vacancies: 3
Experience: No Formal Experience Required.
Education: Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering field; students who have completed at least their sophomore year are preferred.
Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change.
Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.
Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):
ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.
CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.
Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
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