Summer Internship - Mechanical Engineering (Des Plaines, IL)

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at

Work location:

This role works onsite in Des Plaines, IL.

Job Summary

Are you a driven and talented individual looking for the place to do your best work while developing into an impactful leader? Look no further than the Acuity Inc. Internship Program!

The Acuity Inc. Internship Program is a 10–12-week experience (May – August, 40 hours/week) designed to develop high-potential candidates into marketing leaders through hands-on experiences that connect interns’ strengths and interests with the needs of the business. In addition to making an impact through your participation in key projects and transformative processes, you will have an opportunity to mentor and network with leaders throughout Acuity Inc.

We prefer that interns only have one or two semesters left in their degree program so they can be considered for our Leadership Program immediately following the completion of the internship. Our Leadership Program is a full-time, entry-level rotational program that allows recent graduates to explore different areas within a functional area. These experiences enable young talent to grow their skill set and network within the company while figuring out what they are passionate about early in their careers.

Acuity's engineering team in Des Plaines, IL, is hiring a summer intern to play a role in key projects within light fixture new product development, in collaboration with the optical and light engine engineering teams, to continue building core business strategies and Capabilities.

This role works onsite in Des Plaines, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• While specific projects and activities vary during your internship, you can expect to:
• Work in an electromechanical environment, which is essential for product design, part assembly, and detailed part drawings.
• Prototype, test, and assemble prototypes and samples.
• Learn and develop skill sets in Product Development, Project Management, Testing/Certification, Tooling Methodologies, Design for eXcellence, and introduction to Embedded Controls and Drivers for several strategic priorities.
• Assist in the execution of tactical requests on an as-needed basis.

Minimum Requirements

In addition to pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or a related manufacturing, product development, or product design field from an accredited college or university, qualified interns will have:

• Relevant internship or project experience
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate problem-solving capabilities
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Availability to travel based on business needs (0-10%)
• Some understanding of manufacturing methods such as sheet metal stamping/forming, aluminum die casting, plastics injection molding, and extruding of metals and plastics
• Familiarity with typical metal and plastics machining and rapid prototyping processes
• Possess mechanical aptitude suitable for assembling, disassembling, and troubleshooting products using various hand and power tools
• Experience and familiarity with creating detailed drawings and documentation for component and assembly manufacturing using standard drafting practices
• Proficient use of 3D/2D CAD (Solidworks preferred), MS Office, etc.
• Ability to coordinate testing/evaluation of various products and interpret resulting data
• Basic understanding of residential, commercial, and/or industrial construction methods, including electrical wiring of buildings
• Basic understanding of electronics design and wiring practices
• Ability to communicate verbally, in written form, and through sketches and engineering drawings
• Basic experience in project, timeline, and budget management
• Demonstrated experience working and collaborating with cross-functional team members

The range for this position is $39,500.00 to $71,000.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

 

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