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How much does Mechanical Engineering Intern make?
Total pay range
$63K - $103K/yr
$80K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$50K - $77K/yrBase pay
$14K - $26K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 20252.2K Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Mechanical Engineering Intern in United States are Transportation & Logistics with a median total pay of $78,731, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $68,677, Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $63,987, Information Technology with a median total pay of $63,810, and Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $62,432.
Transportation & Logistics
The top paying company in Transportation & Logistics for Mechanical Engineering Intern is Zipline.
Frequently asked questions about Mechanical Engineering Intern salaries
The average salary for Mechanical Engineering Intern is $80,328 per year or $39 per hour, with top earners making up to $127,948 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $63,436 (25th percentile) to $103,026 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 2151 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Mechanical Engineering Intern employees.
The highest salary for Mechanical Engineering Intern is $103,026 per year, $8,585 per month or $50 per hour.
The lowest salary for Mechanical Engineering Intern is $63,436 per year, $5,286 per month or $30 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Mechanical Engineering Intern ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $97,459 per year (estimate) and goes up to $237,401 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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