Mechanical Engineer Intern - US/(Durham)
We at Kempower Empower the EV Evolution and create a Cleaner and more silent environment for us all. We inspire our audiences to join the electric movement. Want to plug in and be the change?
Whether it's our perspective, the way we work together or the impact on the climate - we make it positive. We are people with a can-do attitude. We help each other and voice our opinions, independent of our job descriptions or titles. We come from over 40 nationalities all over the world and keep on looking for other continents as we go.
The EV market is constantly evolving, and so are we. We are searching for learners, doers and problem solvers from many different backgrounds.
We love learning, taking care of each other, and having fun with each other.
The future is electric – get ready to join the current! This is just the beginning.
ABOUT THE ROLE
*This is a paid internship that will last 10-12 week during Summer 2026*
As a Mechanical Engineer Intern, you will:
- Work alongside our engineering team to select, design, and validate components, ensuring every part meets rigorous safety, functional, and regulatory standards.
- Assist in developing and designing components in a DC Fast Charger system to power electric vehicles, fleets, and other low to medium voltage applications
- Prepare detailed mechanical drawings, schematics, certification plans, and essential engineering reports—transforming concepts into certified products.
- Dive hands-on into product qualification, rigorous testing, and original design work. You'll identify proven technologies and apply them to create brand-new DC Fast Charger designs, all while documenting your process with precision technical data.
WHAT DO WE EXPECT FROM YOU?
- Enrolled in a higher education institute with at least two years of studying Mechanical Engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Full time availability for Summer 2026
- Excellent analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work across a variety of departments
- Multi-tasking and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Knowledge of and experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks or similar)
WHY KEMPOWER?
We believe in integrity. This means open doors and honest conversations, career development, and taking ownership of your work, no matter the title. At Kempower we grow together. And as we grow, we change, and so we find ways to make sure our job descriptions align with our interests and needs. So it's not just the product we're developing, but our people.
We support your well-being by offering comprehensive benefits including zero cost options for medical, dental, and vision, competitive 401(k), and performance bonuses!
Get to know us better at Kempower Careers!
WOULD YOU LIKE TO PLUG IN AND BE THE CHANGE?
Does this sound like something for you? Want to join us in powering planet cool? We can't wait to hear from you!
Location: USA/North Carolina/Durham (RTP)
Kempower is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, or any other status protected by laws and regulations. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics, and we encourage applicants of all ages.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, and you need assistance to apply, please contact our Kempower HR team at RecruitingNA@Kempower.com. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law.
- Team
- United States
- Role
- RDI
- Locations
- Durham, North America
- Last day to apply
- December 19, 2025
About Kempower
Our vision is to create the world’s most desired EV charging solutions for everyone, everywhere.
We are EV drivers who design and manufacture chargers to make reliable charging a reality for EV drivers around the world.
We envision a society powered by fully electric transportation, making the world cleaner and more sustainable. We want to create an electric vehicle charging infrastructure that is both extensive and reliable, meaning that EVs become the norm.
We are committed to creating user-friendly charging experiences. That’s why we make sure our modular and scalable charging system is combined with our world-class software to provide the best all-around user experience. We continually stay up to date, experiment, and develop our chargers based on data and feedback.
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