Program Overview

Mechanical Engineering Technology Major

The Mechanical Engineering Technology Major is a program that prepares students for careers in numerous industries relevant to their course of study. The program is highly specialized, yet broadly applicable, positioning students for gainful employment in an array of professional roles.

Internships & Opportunities

The College of Engineering at Temple University encourages engineering undergraduates to participate in summer internships. After graduation, most students who have completed internships receive offers of employment for positions that are more prestigious and satisfying than the typical entry-level job. The college has a dedicated industrial relations director committed to building and maintaining long-standing employer relationships, generating community outreach, co-op and internship opportunities, job placements, and research collaborations at organizations including:

• Amtrak
• Boeing
• Comcast
• Lockheed Martin
• NASA
• Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
• School District of Philadelphia
• Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)
• Verizon

Co-ops

Students can enhance their engineering career prospects by completing a co-op assignment. Temple's co-ops are flexible and entirely optional, helping students gain invaluable insights and build contacts as they work alongside professional engineers.

Undergraduate Research Internships

The College of Engineering encourages its students to get involved in research, using open labs and simulation software, and working with faculty. Temple also provides Educational Enhancement stipends, which fund approved faculty-mentored research, creative projects, or unpaid internships during the summer or approved study abroad during the academic year for first-year Honors students.

Careers

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology program are prepared to excel in numerous industries relevant to their course of study. Possible career paths include:

• Automotive engineer
• City planner
• Decision analyst
• Design engineer
• Mechanical engineer
• Plant maintenance and production manager
• Power and energy engineer
• Product and development engineer
• Project engineer
• Technical writer
• Transportation engineer

Career Services

The university's Career Center provides support during job or internship searches, offering:

• Assessments of professional direction
• Job postings for students and alumni
• Listings of job search resources
• Support for job search strategies