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Mechanical Engineering Intern (Minneapolis)

Brief overview

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USIn-person
UndergradOr in progress
$18–$34/hrStated range
210 H-1B approvalsDept. of Labor
80 green cardsCertified filings
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong problem solving and analytical skills

Visa sponsorship history

4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026

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210H-1B approved
99%approval rate
25new H-1B hires
80PERM certified
$141,483median wage / yr
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LCA Certified ApplicationsAn early filing step, not a visa approval: it signals intent, not confirmed sponsorship.
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Job description

Our Engineering Interns are responsible for performing tasks requiring the application of standard engineering techniques and procedures. This includes standard design of engineering systems, correcting and updating designs, assisting lead engineers with various project duties, and other duties assigned.

Specific assignments and project work vary depending on the market segments. Please see below for information on each market:

Aviation & Federal

The Aviation & Federal group is responsible for program management, master planning, facility design commissioning, and operational systems design of commercial aviation and Federal & Military projects, including buildings, infrastructure, hangars, passenger terminals, fueling & ramp services, runways, and aviation support facilities.

Transmission & Distribution

The Transmission & Distribution group is responsible for the planning and design of electrical transmission projects in power delivery, including overhead transmission, underground transmission, distribution systems, substation design, telecommunication & network engineering, pipelines, renewable power integration, security, grid modernization and more.

  • Pursuit of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program. 
  • ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
  • Currently enrolled, and in good standing, in a post-secondary education and/or technical certificate program in a field related to the work done in the department.
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Prior internship and/or related consulting experience preferred.
  • Actively involved in campus, community or other volunteer activities or organizations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
  • Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring future sponsorship for employment visa status.
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Job Details Job Type: Intern Minimum Salary: 18.00 Maximum Salary: 34.00 Pay Basis: Hourly Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary Location: US-MN-Minneapolis/St Paul Other Locations: #LI-MW, #COR, Intern

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