Mechanical Engineering Internship – Summer 2027
The Best Experience Company
Our tagline is “The Best Experience Company.” More than just a set of words, it represents the essence of who we are at Springs Window Fashions. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates, consumers and end users, business partners, and communities. We want you to join our team of passionate self-starters who believe the world is full of Best Experience opportunities. So, if you’re excited about the thought of a Best Experience career with a team focused on creating Best Experiences for all, we want to hear from you!
Internship Overview
Springs Window Fashions is looking for a motivated and hardworking individual to join our Innovation Project Engineering Team! The Mechanical Engineering Internship provides an exciting opportunity to assist the team with project support while providing valuable work experience related to your chosen field of study. Our paid internship program is known for having in-depth, challenging project work with cross-functional teams, as well as professional development, job shadowing and other growth opportunities.
Internship Projects and Responsibilities
- Join Innovation project teams and work on next generation fabric tensioning solutions (FTS):
- Engineering calculations
- Creation of product test plan to meet Spec/Scop
- Author test procedures
- Build and assemble prototypes
- Perfom functionality tests on products
What Spring’s Best Experience Means for You
Springs Window Fashions offers incredible opportunities to develop the skills you’ll need to be successful in a fast-paced consumer products company. You’ll also be provided with several perks and benefits as a member of the Springs team:
- Renovated Mecho headquarters located in Long Island City, NY
- Hourly pay rate of $21.00/hr
- Exposure to other roles and functions within SWF
- Career advancement opportunities
- Regular interaction with multiple functional areas and with others at all levels within the organization, from production to senior leadership
- Paid on-the-job training; in-depth product knowledge sessions via online courses, live online classes, and live sessions
What We’re Looking For
- Previous internship experience in relevant function preferred
- Pursuing a 4-year degree with preferred current standing of Sophomore/Junior level
- Mechanical Engineering Major Preferred
- Proficient computer skills Microsoft Office
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written and attention to detail)
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Culture
- Our Core Value: We do the right thing, always
- Our Seven Cultural Behaviors
- Empowerment - We trust our people.
- Ownership - We take 100% responsibility for our roles actions, and results.
- Leadership - We all lead by example and talk direct with respect (DWR).
- One Team - We are One Springs Team.
- Customer First - We consider our customers' needs before every decision.
- Continuous Innovation - We are constantly learning, innovating, and improving.
- Speed - We define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and agility.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a four-year degree
- Mechanical Engineering major
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
- Previous internship experience in a relevant function
- Current sophomore or junior standing
What We Do
Springs Window Fashions is North America’s premier window covering company and a leading manufacturer of window treatments for residential and commercial markets. It offers blinds, shades, shutters, drapery, and motorized treatments through major retailers and design showrooms. Its portfolio includes brands such as Bali, Graber, SWFcontract, Horizons, and Mecho, with a mission centered on creating a best experience for customers, associates, and partners.
