Are you an engineering student looking for some hands-on experience?
Laitram, LLC has opportunities for Mechanical Engineering Interns in New Orleans, LA for Summer 2027. Each of our internships is designed to help you build your skills, identify your strengths, and help you figure out what you want to do upon graduation. We focus on each person’s highest and best use which means that no two internships are alike.
As a Laitram intern, you will:
- Work on real problems and meaningful projects
- Be an important part of a collaborative team
- Gain exposure to other areas of our company
- Have opportunities to contribute to innovative work—some interns may even be named as inventors on patent applications
- Be considered for potential full-time opportunities after the internship, based on business needs and individual performance
Laitram is comprised of four operating divisions – Intralox, Laitram Machinery, Lapeyre Stair, and Laitram Machine Shop. We employ more than 4,000 people worldwide and have 23 offices in 10 countries. Laitram has continually been recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. Laitram is a vibrant, forward-thinking privately held company that brings innovation, integrity, and continuous improvement to every aspect of our work. We listen objectively, think creatively, and deliver results. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.
- Intralox delivers comprehensive conveyance solutions—including modular plastic conveyor belting, ThermoDrive technology, DirectDrive systems, Activated Roller Belt™ (ARB™) equipment, and related services. Its patented designs and innovative technologies help customers improve operations across a wide range of industries.
- Laitram Machinery builds on more than 70 years of innovation in food processing. Founded on J.M. Lapeyre’s pioneering shrimp-peeling technology, the division now engineers high-performance shrimp-processing systems, steam cookers, blanchers, vision-grading solutions, nut pasteurizers and roasters, and other specialized equipment for food processors worldwide.
- Lapeyre Stair designs and manufactures safe, space-efficient industrial access solutions, including alternating tread stairs, egress stairs, crossover systems, work and equipment platforms, roof-access systems, and ladders for a variety of industrial environments.
- Laitram Machine Shop provides high-value precision machining and related manufacturing services to Laitram’s operating divisions, supported by skilled machinists and advanced conventional and computer-controlled equipment.
Potential Responsibilities
As a mechanical engineering intern, you will take ownership of meaningful projects that may involve:
- Designing and testing new products
- Evaluating and improving existing product designs and product lines
- Selecting and assessing materials for product applications
- Supporting production automation and process improvement initiatives
- Using CAD/CAM tools and finite element analysis (FEA) to develop and evaluate designs
- Analyzing data and developing process flows
- Preparing technical documentation and product manuals
- Supporting field visits/tests/installations
- Managing assigned projects from initial concept through testing and implementation
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field
- Strong academic record
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team environment
- Self-managed, dependable, and motivated to take ownership of assignments
- Preference given to those interested in relocating to New Orleans long term
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with plastics or polymer materials
- Demonstrated leadership through academic projects, student organizations, clubs, or other activities
- Experience with CAD software
