Mechanical Engineering Intern (Rising Junior) – Summer 2025

ITW (Illinois Tool Works Inc.) is a Fortune 200 company and is one of the world’s leading diversified manufacturers of specialized industrial equipment, automotive components, consumables, and related service businesses. ITW businesses serve local customers and markets around the globe, with operations in 55 countries and an employee base of more than 46,000 women and men who adhere to the highest ethical standards. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 granted and pending patents.

ITW Residential and Renovation Construction provides Industry leading, premium branded, cordless nailing systems and fastening solutions, that deliver superior productivity and reliability to meet the needs of professional remodelers and residential framers, with a widely available product portfolio at their preferred retail or dealer outlets The 80 focus for the division is aggressive market growth while sustaining profitability. ​

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves, their families, and their futures.

Position Summary:

As part of the ITW Residential & Renovation Engineering team, the Mechanical Engineering Intern will be responsible for furthering new product development projects ranging from early stage idea generation to product design and testing. They will work independently and on a team to produce engineering solutions to relevant problems with a common end goal.

Core Responsibilities:

Participate in product development by using engineering skills and tools such as DFMEA, DVP&R, etc.

Conduct tests per relevant standards and analyze results to effectively draw conclusions and inform business decisions.

Become familiar with accepted residential construction techniques

Gain knowledge of customer insights/preferences to inform design decisions for new product development.

Use mechanical engineering coursework/experience to come up with innovative solutions to fastener design problems.

Work effectively with fellow engineers/technicians/model makers.

Develop understanding of fastener prototyping and manufacturing processes to inform product design.

Expected Learnings:

Solid modeling – Solidworks.

Prototyping and design for manufacturing.

Analytical testing

Design of Experiments

Job Requirements:

Rising Junior (graduating 2027) pursuing a degree in Engineering or Science degree; Mechanical, preferred

Science/engineering coursework (Physics, Chemistry, Mechanics, Dynamics)

Demonstrated experience designing mechanical elements and analyzing performance

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to travel to other local facilities, approximately 10%

Hardworking and enthusiastic personality

Job Competencies:

Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Ability to make logical and sound decisions and to know when to act independently and when to seek assistance.

Curiosity & Learning Orientation: Actively identifying new areas for learning and applying newly gained knowledge/skill on the job.

Drive to Excel: Driven to succeed and willing to go the extra mile. Perseveres in the face of obstacles and challenges.

Interpersonal Skills & communication: Ability to work collaboratively and partner well with others, express oneself verbally and in writing, and listen well.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, climate variances and moving mechanical equipment typically found in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment (office) is usually low, but much higher when exposed to the manufacturing areas. Certain personal protective equipment is required when in the manufacturing areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, hear, reach with hands and arms and regularly required to walk. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

ITW is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.