Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2026) - Portsmouth, NH

Job Overview

The Hubbell Internship Program is a 10 to 12-week program providing students the opportunity to gain corporate experience, learn about all aspects of our business, and prepare students with the kind of experience needed to have a rewarding career at Hubbell.                  
 

A Day In The Life

Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by: 

• Applying skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to on-the-job experiences.  
• Working on comprehensive, value-added projects. 
• Working in teams and with colleagues in a professional environment. 
• Developing technical skills specific to your major. 
• Providing opportunities for professional development by building relationships and learning about other parts of the business. 
• Providing a presentation to the local management team at the end of the program. 
• Gaining knowledge of the industry as it pertains to the Hubbell business location.  
• Gaining experience in planning and organizational skills. 
• Working on challenging robust projects that will provide practical experience. 
• Assisting with process improvement. 
• Managing multiple projects with overlapping tasks and working independently with minimal supervision. 
• Providing support and assistance to co-workers as appropriate. 

Mechanical Engineering Responsibilities

Responsible for the hardware design and development activities associated with high volume electronic products associated with the Smart Meter industry.

· Hardware will include specialized electronic packages, circuit board assemblies, enclosures for ANSI meters and other related products

· Perform mechanical engineering duties (3D Layout, Light Fabrication and Assembly, testing and production support) as assigned

· Assist in component fabrication and testing

· Work with Mechanical engineers to support any design activities

· Handle part design independently to completion

· Work with Tooling vendors to complete Design For Manufacturing

· Write test protocols and perform the product testing as required

· Responsible to run analytical tools based on requirement

· Ensure designs are to exceed requirements of governing agencies (i.e., FCC and UL) and must be capable of listing with these agencies where applicable.

· Work productively both individually or as part of a team

What will help you thrive in this role?

• Enrollment in an accredited university working towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree related to the internship (required) 
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (required) 
• Experience with Microsoft Office products preferred. 
• Candidates should possess strong engineering and computer skills with the ability to learn new systems. Experience using 3D Cad software like Solidworks is a plus.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, mechanics, and heat transfer is a must
• Skill -- Knowledge of the practical application of mechanical engineering science and technology
• Creativity and innovation essential to meet customer requirements and to improve performance, quality and cost
• Work under the direction of a lead Engineer or Engineering Manager
• Gain trouble shooting techniques and solve defined engineering problems under guidance
• Produce clear and concise verbal and written communication, test report

Expectations: The intern will be expected to work full-time at 40 hours/week and will be compensated on an hourly basis.
Compensation Range: $22.50/hour - $29.00/hour (dependent upon graduation date)