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Engineering Intern
- Xylem (Morton Grove, IL)
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Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
The New Product Development Engineering Intern plays a hands‑on role in supporting the design and refinement of pumps, controls, and water‑handling systems used across residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Key Responsibilities
+ Assist engineering teams in developing new pump and water‑handling products, components, and system solutions.
+ Build, assemble, and test prototypes to evaluate performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
+ Conduct engineering analyses, including fluid dynamics, thermal behavior, tolerance stack‑ups, and material evaluations.
+ Support laboratory testing by setting up equipment, collecting data, and documenting results.
+ Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas to improve product functionality, cost, and sustainability.
+ Create and update engineering documentation such as CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and test reports.
+ Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and sourcing teams to ensure smooth transition from prototype to production.
Preferred Qualifications
+ Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
+ Experience with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Creo, or similar).
+ Familiarity with engineering testing equipment and data acquisition tools.
+ Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
+ Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams.
+ Interest in sustainable technologies and water‑related engineering challenges.
Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position
The salary for this internship will be $25-27 per hour.
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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
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