Allegion

Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineering, Access Technologies – Farmington, Connecticut

United States · Work style not stated · Full time

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  • EmployerAllegion
  • LocationUnited States
  • Work styleWork style not stated
  • Employment typeFull time
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Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond.

Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor — a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineering, Access Technologies – Farmington, Connecticut

As an Allegion Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will contribute meaningful work to Access Technologies and make a direct impact on the Mechanical Engineering team. You will gain valuable experience in defining and scoping requirements for mechanical designs. Additional opportunities include learning automatic door systems, access control solutions, and will be an active contributor to the Mechanical Engineering team.

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If you are seeking a summer experience that offers meaningful work, learning opportunities, professional development and an opportunity to build strong relationships with your peers and leaders, Allegion is the right place for you!

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do:

Modify layouts and details for existing door products or accessories

Innovate upon VAVE and Sustaining projects to iterate existing product designs

Verify tolerance fits and interferences using tools such as Creo Parametric and CeTol software

Propose, select, and specify materials to be used for new designs

Develop and create test plans for design verification and validation

Execute laboratory testing to support product design

Document standard operating procedures and relevant training information for departmental growth

Learn and implement the Mechanical Engineering Design Process

Deepen and enhance mechanical design skills while working in an inclusive environment

Obtain the experience to create a foundation for growth and future opportunities with Allegion

What You Need to Succeed:

Pursuing a degree in a relevant discipline, e.g. Mechanical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Technology.

Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative, e.g. school club officer, sports team captain, resident advisor, leadership on school or work projects, etc.

At least one class in machine design or 3D modeling software proficiency.

Basic electro-mechanical understanding.

Passion to be hands-on and able to work in an Engineering laboratory environment.

Ability to work in both a team and individual setting.

Resiliency and ability to adapt quickly.

Effective listening, time management and creative problem-solving techniques

A desire to learn, grow and develop by working on projects that will impact Allegion’s business and customers

Compensation:

The expected Base Hourly Range: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.

You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us.

You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us:

An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands-on projects

Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships

Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team

Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role. #ALLEGION

We Celebrate Who We Are!

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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