2027 Summer Internship - Mechanical Engineer - Cambridge

Why considering joining us?

Do you want to design a machine to detect 50-micron holes at 3000 bottles an hour? How do we make an autoinjector safely deliver drugs at home with a range of viscosities? Does the idea of making sustainable packaging with a 40-tonne press excite you?

The mechanical engineering team at PA use their core engineering knowledge to help ask the right questions at every stage of the development process:

• We work with scientists to understand the fundamental of any new problem. Together we prototype, characterise and explore technologies and processes • By collaborating with designers and human factors experts we can pin down the form and function of new products • Engineers of all disciplines – mechanical, electronic, software (and some in between!) – will come together to design, test, and build new products and systems • We use our industry knowledge to inform future technical strategies for clients and work with others in PA to provide clients with wider business solutions

What you can expect

The range of work performed at the Global Innovation and Technology Centre is broad and ever-changing. You might:

• Develop a new food safe material that can survive being submerged • Assemble prototype test rigs to prove a new process is possible • Observe user interactions with a product to ensure it is intuitive • Capture high speed video of fine sprays to characterise nozzle performance

Assessment process

First Stage Assessments:

• Application form • Online Assessments • Technical Assessment

Final Stage Assessments:

• In Person Assessment Centre with Technical Assessment

Adjustments or accommodations - Should you need any adjustments or accommodations to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us on earlycareers@paconsulting.com

This role is open to undergraduates in their penultimate year of university. If you intend to return to university after the internship to complete an MEng, you will also be eligible for this position.

Essential requirements

• Qualification: Undergraduate degree — studying towards an accredited degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related subject) • Growth-oriented and curious — open to change, driven to succeed, hungry for new challenges, and eager to broaden your understanding of the world apply new technical skills and rapidly acquire domain expertise. You will be able to think creatively and laterally, applying existing knowledge to new problems • Collaborative and relationship-focused — thrive in dynamic teams, build strong relationships with clients and peers, and support others to succeed. • Credible and communicative — comfortable in high-performance environments, with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Comfortable working with hands on work in both a workshop and a lab setting • Analytical and adaptable — demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities, innovative thinking, and the flexibility to adapt your style and approach. You will apply your engineering experience and knowledge gained through university, work or projects to help develop solutions to real-world problems • Professional and reliable — show strong workplace etiquette by being punctual, dependable, and respectful of business expectations and office conduct.