Sustaining Engineering Intern Summer 2026 Group Motion Systems Grp N. America Division Hydraulic Actuator Division HAD Location USA NEW HOPE MN
Job Family: Engineering Job Type: Regular Posted: Feb 23 2026 Job ID: 63335
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Are you ready to shape a brighter future? In the Motion Systems Group and Hydraulic Actuator Division, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that lead to a Better Tomorrow.
We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe, included, and empowered. We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference.
Your main responsibilities:
• Support continuous improvement of hydraulic lab test stands through CAD-driven design updates, documentation, and hands-on validation. • Translate lab and manufacturing needs into robust mechanical solutions by creating 3D models and 2D drawings. • Support controlled change processes and partnering with engineers and technicians to implement and verify hardware improvements that enhance safety, reliability, and serviceability. • Gain hands-on experience in design development and implementation of new products that enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality.
Who we are looking for:
Currently pursuing a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field. Working knowledge of 3D CAD, SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, or similar, and 2D drawing fundamentals. Comfort working hands-on around mechanical equipment, wrenches, and notebooks environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. High level of organizational skills and creative problem-solving skills. Strong computer skills, MS Office, with an ability to learn new systems and tools.
Preferred:
• Exposure to hydraulics, pressure, flow fittings, valves. • Experience with test equipment, pressure transducers, load cells, DAQ basics, or basic instrumentation. • Familiarity with tolerance, fit concepts, GD&T basics, and drawing best practices. • Comfortable reading hydraulic schematics and mechanical assembly drawings.
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, weve enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.
With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway, and transportation.
Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities, and create a brighter future.
Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture, where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation, and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology, and beyond.
By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.
As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.
Competitive Compensation: 21.60 hour - 26.40 hour No benefit plan eligibility
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
Minority, Female, Disability, Veteran, VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with Parkers policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
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