Mechanical Engineer Intern - Summer 2026 (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)

Location: Lone Tree, Colorado, United States; in-office role. Work in an office or hybrid environment may be required for some functions. Ability to travel may be required.

Estimated starting salary range: $23.54–$32.37.

Company

hirify.global develops aerospace, aviation, ISR, defense, and national security technologies, including manned and unmanned aircraft systems and C4ISR capabilities.

What you will do

• Contribute to assigned technical projects and team objectives through hands-on engineering work.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings and workshops to understand project requirements, timelines, business operations, and company culture.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers, receive mentoring, and apply new technical knowledge to ongoing projects.
• Identify process-improvement opportunities and support implementation of best practices.

Requirements

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
• Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational skills, work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods and proficiency with computers and office equipment.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and technical equipment; ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment, including possible exposure to loud noise or hazardous conditions.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce authorizations.

Nice to have

• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of engineering software tools such as CAD or MATLAB.
• Microsoft Access skills.
• Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on summer internship with mentoring from experienced industry professionals.
• Cross-functional workshops and direct involvement in company projects.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, three weeks of paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Collaborative, mission-focused environment centered on aerospace, defense, and national security technologies.