Be a freshman or sophomore majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
Have mechanical aptitude.
Be creative and show initiative and internal motivation.
Be willing to try new things and accept failure as part of learning.
Be detail-oriented.
Have the strength and coordination needed to work on heavy machinery.
Responsibilities
Assist with the maintenance and repair of technical drilling equipment under the guidance of experienced staff.
Participate in diagnosing equipment issues and troubleshooting problems.
Learn to read and interpret schematic engineering drawings and manuals.
Support the assembly and disassembly of components and systems.
Gain exposure to machine and fabrication shops.
Perform a variety of tasks and projects.
Work with the service team to understand the machinery and address real-world challenges.
Work directly with equipment to deepen understanding of machinery and develop mechanical skills.
Learn to manage time and projects, meet deadlines, and coordinate with team members across departments as needed.
Learn how engineering can better serve shops, machinists, and customers through communication and schematic drawings.
Learn customer needs and address machine problems through practical, hands-on work.
Desired Qualifications
Work collaboratively and value working closely with others.
Pre-Engineering Intern (Year-Round)
Geoprobe Systems® · Salina, United States · Other · Posted 2026-09-01
Workplace: on_site
Department: Engineering
Description
Are you a mechanical engineering major looking to gain practical, real-world experience? The Geoprobe Systems® Pre-Engineering Internship program offers a hands-on opportunity for rising sophomores or juniors to work with innovative drilling and tooling machines. You will start your journey in the Kansas service department, where you'll get to know our machinery and engage in problem-solving activities alongside a dedicated team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn about mechanical and electrical systems while contributing to meaningful projects that support real customers.
This internship is a steppingstone for a future career as a mechanical engineer, providing practical experience that complements academic learning. Interns who demonstrate growth and commitment will be considered for future internship opportunities in our engineering program.
Assist in the maintenance and repair of technical drilling equipment under the guidance of experienced staff
Participate in diagnosing issues and troubleshooting problems on equipment
Learn to read and interpret schematic engineering drawings and manuals
Support the assembly and disassembly of components and systems
Exposure to machine and fabrication shops
Embrace a variety of tasks and projects, offering you a broad learning experience
What You'll Gain
Collaborative Experience: Work closely in the service team to understand our machinery and address real-world challenges. You will enhance your problem-solving skills and gain insights from experienced colleagues.
Mechanical Skills: Deepen your understanding of machinery and improve your mechanical skills by working directly with our equipment.
Time Management: Develop your ability to manage time and projects effectively, ensuring you meet deadlines and coordinate efficiently with team members, which could include different departments.
Perspective: Learn what engineers can do better for shops, machinists, and customers in their communication and schematic drawings
Real-World Knowledge: Learn about customer needs and how to effectively address them through practical, hands-on tasks. Learn to be an asset to the customer by addressing problems on their machines.
What We’re Looking For:
Mechanical Engineering Majors
Mechanical Aptitude
Creativity
Collaborative Spirit: A team player who excels in a collaborative environment and values working closely with others.
Strong initiative
Internal motivation
Willingness to fail – willingness to try something new
Detail-Oriented
Strength and coordination to work on heavy machinery
Requirements
Freshmen or Sophomore
Mechanical Engineering major
Geoprobe Systems® is an Equal Opportunity Employer.