Job Description

Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,500 employees across 29 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, reaching a revenue of $2 billion in 2024.

Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.

Job Summary

Dayton Parts is seeking several Engineering Interns to join our team for Summer 2026. For 10 to 12 weeks, you will participate in business related projects that are meaningful and relevant to Dorman’s strategy while gaining firsthand experience within the field of engineering. Performance will be monitored to assure learning and development is happening and you will be expected to present project details to our leadership team at the conclusion of the internship.

Primary Duties

• Produce product design specifications that sufficiently identify dimensional and performance requirements.
• Support product development and reverse engineering functions.
• Assist with coordination or fabrication of prototype samples.
• Use SolidWorks to complete engineering and design tasks such as 3D model creation, drawing creation, drawing review and correction.
• Conduct first article inspection and product validation testing.
• Conduct/coordinate external and internal product testing.
• Examine test data and reports to determine if design meets functional, reliability and quality requirements.
• Confer with product team to prepare and implement design modifications.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as required.

Education / Experience

• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• SolidWorks experience preferred
• Knowledge of GD&T drafting techniques preferred
• Basic knowledge of automotive and vehicle hardware a plus

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The US base rate for this full-time position is . The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate.

As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V.

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