Peraton · 9 hours ago
Summer 2026 Mechanical Engineering Intern- Topeka, KS
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence. They are seeking a Summer 2026 Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the United States Postal Service Central Repair Facility contract, focusing on electro-mechanical repair and overhaul of mail processing equipment.
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Responsibilities
Basic mechanical engineering knowledge
AC Motor Design
DC Motor Design
Electromechanical control theory
AutoCad (CaD software)
3D modeling
3D printing / Dimensioning
Qualification
Required
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Postal Service security clearance. Clearance is required to start
Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND graduating after August 2026
Be majoring in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)
Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2026
Must be local to the Topeka, KS area and/or able to commute onsite daily
Preferred
3.7 cumulative GPA or higher
Good presentation and writing/communication skills
Self-motivated, willing to learn, and interested in working in a team environment
Experience in developing and delivering presentations and leading small groups
Experience in working in an autonomous work environment on complex projects
Experience in working on business or engineering full life-cycle projects from project inception through launch
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
2025-09-25
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