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Programs in Mechanical Engineering

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Mechanical engineering students apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of physical systems used in manufacturing and end-product systems used for specific uses, including machine tools, jigs and other manufacturing equipment; stationary power units and appliances; engines; self-propelled vehicles; housings and containers; hydraulic and electric systems for controlling movement; and the integration of computers and remote control with operating systems.

Top Schools For Mechanical Engineering Programs

Most Selective:
Stanford University

Least Selective:
University of Texas - El Paso

Largest:
Arizona State University

Smallest:
Rensselaer Hartford Graduate Center Inc

Most Expensive:
Union College

Least Expensive:
West Point

Best Academics:
Stanford University

Best Social Life:
University of Alabama

Most Diverse:
Princeton University

Hottest Guys:
Brigham Young University

Hottest Girls:
Miami University

Smartest Guys:
Brigham Young University

Smartest Girls:
Stanford University

Are You Interested? School Name Tuition Size Degrees Granted Degrees Granted By Type
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA		$25,716 13,516 569 Bachelor's (387), Master's (153),
Doctoral (29)
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI		$34,937 26,208 387 Bachelor's (242), Master's (106),
Doctoral (39)
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN		$25,118 32,499 384 Bachelor's (282), Master's (71),
Doctoral (31)
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA		$21,878 23,558 340 Bachelor's (274), Master's (50),
Doctoral (16)
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL		$23,744 33,628 330 Bachelor's (221), Master's (82),
Doctoral (27)
MIT
Cambridge, MA		$37,782 4,232 327 Bachelor's (136), Master's (142),
Doctoral (49)
Penn State
University Park, PA		$25,946 37,988 318 Bachelor's (247), Master's (54),
Doctoral (17)
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX		$22,606 38,958 306 Bachelor's (198), Master's (88),
Doctoral (20)
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH		$22,251 41,349 304 Bachelor's (224), Master's (55),
Doctoral (25)
University of Texas - Austin
Austin, TX		$30,006 38,168 286 Bachelor's (218), Master's (54),
Doctoral (14)
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Mechanical Engineering Statistics

Degree Type BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Certificate 37 0%
Associate 81 0%
Bachelor's 17,698 75%
Master's 4,534 19%
Doctoral 1,109 5%
Gender BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Male 20,552 88%
Female 2,907 12%
Racial BreakdownNumber of Degrees
Granted Last Year		Percentage
of Total
Asian or Pacific Islander 1,921 9%
Black or African American 687 3%
Hispanic or Latino 1,494 7%
American Indian or Alaskan Native 95 0%
White (Non-Hispanic) 15,090 74%
Other/Unknown 1,153 6%
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Mechanical Engineering Internships

Job Title:Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Intern
Description:FAST FORWARD TO YOUR NEXT MISSION Integrity, confidence, discipline and commitment define your career in Battelle's National Security Global Business. Battelle was built on a firm foundation of honesty, integrity, and outstanding service...
Company:Battelle Memorial Institute
Location:Ohio
Posted:5/25/2012
Source:Monster
Job Title:Mechanical Product Engineer II
Description:Are your a Mechanical Product Engineer who wants to be part of a world class global company Are you a Mechanical Product Engineer who is looking for an opportuity that haspotential for future advancement either up the technical career path...
Company:KB Search Team
Location:Oklahoma City, OK
Posted:5/14/2012
Source:TheLadders.com
Job Title:Software Development Engineer Intern
Description:Does designing and delivering high performance, highly available and extremely scalable applications in a very complex and exciting environment inspire and motivate you? Amazon.com's Inventory Planning & Control (IPC)...
Company:Amazon.com
Location:Seattle, WA
Posted:5/15/2012
Source:Amazon.com
Job Title:Intern, Mechanical Engineering (2012370)
Description:Resource to do CAD design for capital projects including equipment layouts, electrical single line drawings (power), especially to support strategic On Line Value Pack project. Additional work to include updating electrical as-built...
Company:Spectrum Brands
Location:St Louis, MO
Posted:5/25/2012
Source:JIBE
Job Title:Mechanical Engineer
Description:Goddard Technologies Inc. is a growing, local, full service Product Development and Engineering firm, seeking an experienced, creative, and talented Mechanical Engineer to help contribute to a well rounded team. The successful candidate...
Company:Goddard Technologies
Location:Beverly, MA
Posted:5/28/2012
Source:ZipRecruiter
Job Title:Mechanical Engineer Intern Data Entry Job
Description:Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Intern Data Entry Requisition Number: RENO-2079 Interest Category: Manufacturing Hourly/Salary: Hourly City: Reno State: Nevada Country: United States Shift: Days Job Description: As a member of the...
Company:Pat_james Hardie Building Products
Location:Reno, NV
Posted:5/25/2012
Source:Monster
Job Title:Mechanical Engineer Intern Job
Description:Mechanical Engineer Intern (Job Number:307911) Description: The Cyber and Information Solutions Business Unit is currently recruiting for the 2012 Summer Intern Program. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of duties in...
Company:SAIC
Location:Columbia, MD
Posted:5/23/2012
Source:SAIC
Job Title:INTERN III (MECHANICAL MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING)
Description:DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is available for undergraduate students to participate in supervised practical application of engineering fundamentals in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering. Under limited supervision, working on...
Company:General Atomics
Location:Poway, CA
Posted:5/23/2012
Source:General Atomics
Job Title:MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
Description:This position will develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods associated with specialty aircraft seats such as pilot, flight attendant, and observer for commercial and military platforms. The...
Company:Adecco
Location:Colorado Springs, CO
Posted:5/18/2012
Source:Adecco
Job Title:Intern -Mechanical Engineer
Description:Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Must be in pursuit of Mechanical Engineering degree at an accredited college or university regardless of age. GPA 3.2 or above. Must post GPA on resume. MUST BE A US CITIZEN- No housing or relocation...
Company:Northrop Grumman
Location:Annapolis, MD
Posted:5/16/2012
Source:Northrop Grumman

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