Engineering Internship at Amsted Rail in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Amsted Rail, a leading manufacturer of railcar and locomotive components, is seeking a motivated and talented intern to join our engineering team in 2025. The intern will work on real-world projects that involve designing, testing, and improving rail components and systems. The intern will also learn from experienced engineers and gain valuable industry knowledge and skills.

We have mechanical, electrical, industrial, environmental, chemical, research, design, and product engineering internship opportunities available in Chicago, Illinois, Hammond, Indiana, Kansas City, Kansas, Keokuk, Iowa, Columbus, Ohio, Westchester, Pennsylvania, Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, Petersburg, Virginia, Anmoore, West Virginia, Greenville, South Carolina, Prince Edward Island, Canada, and Winnipeg, Canada.

Responsibilities
• Assist engineers with design, analysis, and simulation of railcar components and systems using CAD and CAE tools.
• Conduct experiments and tests on railcar prototypes and samples in the laboratory and field.
• Collect, process, and interpret data from tests and simulations using statistical and graphical methods.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations on the results and findings of the projects.
• Collaborate with other interns, engineers, and managers on cross-functional teams and initiatives.
• Follow safety, quality, and environmental standards and regulations in all activities.

Requirements
• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or Chemical.
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate studies with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and CAD software.
• Ability to work independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and tools.
• Ability to travel to other sites.

We're dedicated to shaping the future of the rail industry, and we can't do it without you!

Amsted Rail is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.