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Internship - Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Student - Solidworks Project

Federal Signal OpeningsUniversity Park, Illinois

$21 - $22 / hour

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$21-$22/hour
Benefits
Tuition/Education Assistance

Job Description

Federal Signal is looking to hire for our 2026 Summer Internship Program!

Those hired for the program will work from May 18, 2026 through August 7, 2026.We are looking for a student that is pursuing a 4-yr degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.

You must have completed your Sophomore OR Junior year in order to qualify. 

Please do not apply if you are graduating after Spring 26 Semester.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Engineering - Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering.  Potential projects listed below:

  • Assist the team with various engineering projects such as:
    • Work Cell Optimization
    • Labeling
    • Equipment set up
    • Assist with ISO compliance
    • Assist with Cost reduction initiatives related to production
    • Optimize automation for better uptime
    • Review and repair all of our in-house fixtures. 

Position Requirements

  • Undergraduate student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the major listed above
  • Student must have completed their sophomore year of college
  • Proficient user of Microsoft Office Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Mechanical and electrical Aptitude
  • Strong knowledge of Solidworks
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Considering local candidates only; Federal Signal does not provide relocation or housing stipend.

Internship is paid based on year completed in education: $20.57/hr - $22.44/hr

About Us

Federal Signal in University Park is a leading manufacturer and supplier of comprehensive systems and products used to protect people and property. Our products and integrated solutions include systems for campus and community alerting, emergency vehicles, first responder interoperable communications, industrial communications, and command and municipal networked security. Specific products include: lightbars and sirens, public warning sirens and public safety software.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at HR@federalsignal.com. All other applications must be submitted online.

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