Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

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Danbury, CT, USA
In-Office
46K-92K Annually
Internship
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role
Manufacturing Engineering Intern supporting the design, analysis, and evaluation of fixturing and assembly tooling for flight systems. Responsibilities include hands-on design work, floor and cleanroom activities, assembly and test support, and collaboration with Quality, Test, Inspection, Technicians, and Engineering teams within an Integrated Product Team. The intern will receive mentorship while contributing to active manufacturing engineering projects.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Job Category: Intern/Co-op

Time Type: Part time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Part-Time On-Call

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

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The Opportunity:
Join our team as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern supporting the design and analysis of fixturing and assembly tooling for flight systems. This role offers the chance to work alongside cross‑functional partners—including Quality, Specialty Engineering, Test, Inspection, Technicians, and Senior Engineers—while receiving direct mentorship from experienced engineering staff. This position will be fully on-site.


Responsibilities:


  • Design fixturing and tooling that support the assembly of flight systems
  • Perform hands‑on analysis and evaluation of proposed designs
  • Support and learn from senior engineers through active project engagement
  • Participate in floor activities, which may include work performed in cleanroom environments (assembly, test)
  • Collaborate within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to support program execution

Qualifications:
Required: 


  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and have completed sophomore-level coursework
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
  • Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening
  • General knowledge of machine shop practices and fabrication methods
  • Comfortable using hand tools and performing first-hand analysis
  • Experience or coursework in design and drafting
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment

Desired:


  • Formula SAE participation is a plus
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred, but not required
  • Previous internship/co-op or other work experience

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$45,900 - $91,900

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering and completed sophomore-level coursework
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
  • Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening
  • General knowledge of machine shop practices and fabrication methods
  • Comfortable using hand tools and performing first-hand analysis
  • Experience or coursework in design and drafting
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment
  • Formula SAE participation
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Previous internship, co-op, or other work experience

CACI International Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CACI International Inc and has not been reviewed or approved by CACI International Inc.

  • Healthcare Strength — Pay is supported by a broad set of health-plan options across multiple national carriers, with telemedicine and tax-advantaged accounts included. Dental and vision choices are also described as multi-option, which strengthens overall coverage breadth.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible Time Off is available for many salaried-exempt roles, while hourly roles accrue PTO, creating multiple time-off pathways by employment class. Paid disability coverage, fixed holidays, and paid leave programs (including parental leave and other leave types) further round out time-off and leave coverage.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) match structure described as 50% up to 8% of pay (effective 4%) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a discount. Tuition reimbursement and certification support also add to the overall rewards package that complements core retirement benefits.

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HQ: Reston, VA
17,673 Employees
Year Founded: 1962

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CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.

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