Mechanical Engineering Intern (Athol)

Idaho Forest Group is currently seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for the summer of 2027 in Athol, ID.
The Engineering Intern will care for specific assignments throughout the summer.

You’ll be a great fit if you have the ability to:

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with rules, regulations and JSAs


• Assist in product or system rebuild/maintenance/design under the direct guidance of an Engineer


• Analyze product or equipment specifications and performance requirements to determine


• Work on possible design improvements


• Perform Other duties as needed

To be considered you will need the following:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering


• Must be a rising sophomore or higher, minimum GPA of 3.0


• Provide proof of enrollment in fall semester classes following the summer internship. Preference to students who are currently taking degree specific classes. Documentation must be provided prior to start date. 


• Be legally authorized to work in the United States. 


• Be at least 18 years of age by the start of the internship. 


• Commit to a minimum of 8–12 weeks of full-time work during the summer internship period. 


• Adapt to various weather conditions, loud conditions, and airborne particles (sawdust) as we are working in a loud, industrial, sawmill!


• Ability to work at varying heights


• Have own housing and transportation, none will be provided


• Pass a hair follicle drug test, a physical, and a background check.  

The Physical Demands of this job include:

Sitting and/or standing for a full shift, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, squatting, bending at the waist, kneeling, walking varying distance, climbing stairs, and listening to equipment.

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