Mechatronics Intern / Co-op Winter 2027

Mississauga, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 12, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The intern will assist with the design, documentation, and testing of new and existing mechatronic products. Responsibilities include developing prototypes, managing CAD drawings and BOMs, and troubleshooting returned devices.

Job details

About us Trexo Robotics is enabling mobility by building powered wearable robots. Our first product is a robot for children with movement disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, and it allows kids to walk, in many cases, for the first time in their lives. The device is currently being used by hundreds of families and the best hospitals across North America. We are constantly working towards building mobility solutions for all. At Trexo Robotics, you will find a flat organization where you can work with highly optimistic, low ego, and exceptionally talented individuals who look forward to solving hard problems. About the Job We currently have Trexos all over North America and as more and more devices are being used we need to strive to make sure they all work perfectly and reliably. We are looking for a Mechatronics Engineering intern to help with design, documentation and testing of existing of new products/features and improvements to existing products. This position is in-person at our office in Mississauga (6705 Millcreek Dr.) What you'll do Develop prototypes for new R&D parts, fixtures, packaging and jigs. Update CAD drawings and BOMs Create and update Engineering Change Orders Researching and selecting off the shelf components Assist with designing and setting up experiments and tests. Troubleshoot product issues from returned devices (software, electrical and mechanical). Assist the manufacturing team with implementing new tools and processes. Assist with testing new changes, and prototypes. Required Skills Strong troubleshooting skills. Experience with design of mechatronic systems. Experience creating drawings for machining and sheet metal fabrication. Previous experience with Solidworks, Onshape and 3D printing. Interest in exoskeletons. Nice to Have Experience with designing injection molded parts. Experience with Python Scripts. Experience working with Linux. Hands on experience with soldering and crimping. Additional information This position is a 4-month work term from January 11, 2027, to April 30, 2027. We are also open to offering an 8-month or 12-month internship. If you are interested in a longer work term, please indicate this in your application. Applications must include a transcript along with your resume. We will reach out to candidates whose profiles match our needs once the hiring process begins. Interviews are expected to start in October. Work Authorization: Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or support work authorization applications. We can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the location they are applying for. AI in Recruitment: At Trexo Robotics, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our recruitment process. AI helps with tasks like resume screening, drafting job descriptions, creating interview questions, and occasionally sourcing candidates. Final hiring decisions are always made by our team. Our goal is to use AI responsibly to streamline administrative tasks, improve candidate experience, and maintain fair, unbiased hiring practices aligned with industry standards.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have strong troubleshooting skills and experience with mechatronic systems and CAD software like Solidworks or Onshape. A background in 3D printing and an interest in exoskeleton technology are highly valued.