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Elkington Motors

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Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Internships (Part-Time) Provo, UT
Elkington Motors invites students to apply for part-time engineering internships. Whether youre a freshman eager to learn or a senior ready to lead, youll contribute to real electric-vehicle builds in a fast, collaborative environment.

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Available Positions

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  • Mechanical Engineering
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  • Electrical Engineering
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Job Title

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Engineering (Part-Time)

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Job Summary

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As an engineering , youll work alongside experienced engineers to design, prototype, assemble, and test systems for electric vehicles. The role is designed to balance academic commitments while giving you hands-on, end-to-end exposure to EV development.

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What Youll Work On

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  • Chassis: frames, suspension, wheels, brakes
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  • Electric Powertrain: motors, inverters, electronics, sensors, axles
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  • Battery Systems: modules, harnessing, Battery Management System (BMS)
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You may also work on:

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  • Parts documentation & ordering
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  • Inventory organization & allocation
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  • CAD drawings for parts & assemblies
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  • Shop maintenance & organization
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  • Assisting in assembly & design work
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Responsibilities:

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Mechanical Engineering

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  • Create and update CAD models and detailed drawings; maintain revision control.
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  • Design brackets, mounts, chassis components, and packaging solutions.
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  • Support DFM/DFA, basic GD&T, and tolerance stack-ups; assist with fixture/jig design.
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  • Fabricate and assemble prototypes; conduct fitment checks and functional testing.
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  • Participate in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.
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Electrical Engineering

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  • Assist with HV/LV power distribution design (contactors, fusing, DC-DC, grounding).
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  • Support BMS integration, harness routing, and pack layout.
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  • Develop/maintain wiring diagrams and harness drawings; support CAN integration and sensor selection.
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  • Help bring up inverters/motor controllers; perform diagnostics and system testing.
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  • Follow high-voltage safety and lockout/tagout protocols (training provided).
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General Expectations (All Roles)

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  • Hands-on shop work (battery sub-assemblies, harness prep, light fabrication).
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  • Rotate across projects for broad EV exposure.
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  • Participate in design reviews; maintain a clean, safe workspace.
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Minimum Qualifications

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  • Academic Standing: FreshmanSenior (or recent grad) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or closely related).
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    • ME: CAD proficiency (e.g., SolidWorks/Fusion 360); basic mechanical analysis.
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    • EE: Basic circuit fundamentals; ability to read schematics; familiarity with wiring practices.
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  • Attributes: Strong work ethic, detail-oriented, collaborative, and eager to learn. Passion for cars/EVs and hands-on building.
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Nice-to-Have:

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  • ME: GD&T familiarity, exposure to FEA, shop skills (CNC, mill/lathe, composites, welding).
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  • EE: CAN tools, harness design (Autosport/DTP), KiCad/Altium exposure, BMS/motor controller experience.
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  • Test/validation, data acquisition, MATLAB/Python basics.
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  • Club/personal projects (Formula, Baja, conversions, etc.).
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Compensation & Schedule

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  • Pay: $18 to $20/hour
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  • Hours: Minimum 15 hrs/week (flexible around classes); additional hours may be available based on performance and project needs.
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  • Location: On-site at Elkington Motors HQ Provo, UT
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Benefits

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  • Deep hands-on experience across chassis, powertrain, and battery systems
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  • Mentorship from experienced engineers and builders
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  • Opportunities for future advancement at Elkington Motors
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