Mechanical Engineering - Summer Internship

Help shape the most recognisable transport network in the world.

This role is now closed for 2025. Register your interest above to be notified about the 2026 intake.

How long: 12 weeks

Where: London (various locations). Hybrid working (typically working from home no more than 50% of the time).

Salary: £25,294 (pro rata)

What you'll need

You'll need to have completed at least one year of study and to be on track to receive a minimum of a 2:2 in MEng or MSc degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent subject. Your academic qualification must be accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

Any offer is subject to a satisfactory medical.

What you'll be doing

Our scheme develops 'world-class' mechanical engineers who seek to become the senior engineers, subject matter experts and leaders of the future. You'll play a part in transforming the most recognised transport network in the world and help us to deliver our ambition of creating a greener, healthier, and more prosperous city.

Your work will include finding solutions to meaningful problems, spanning multiple transport modes. You'll deliver city-defining programmes and cutting-edge technology by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams across TfL and with customers, local government and the supply chain.

Some of the major projects that our mechanical engineers are currently working on include:

We'll equip you with the skills and experience that you need for a successful engineering career. We'll also support your route to gaining Chartered Engineer status with the IMechE, and your selection of a permanent role within the TfL Engineering Directorate.

Your development programme will be made up of one or two placement rotations. Here's an idea of what your programme could look like:

Placement 1 - Depot Operational Engineering

  • Learn how to apply root-cause analysis
  • Carry out hands-on maintenance inspections
  • Implement upgrades generated by the rolling stock design team
  • Be based at one our train maintenance depots

Placement 2 - Major Projects

  • Experience the commercial aspects of engineering at a pan-TfL level. This could be anything from cycleways, bridges and structures to Tube upgrades

Where this career can take you

Our mechanical engineers have the chance to create great impact. A career with us will be varied and exciting, with opportunities across TfL Engineering.

You'll gain meaningful and valuable work experience which will support you in your ongoing career journey towards becoming a fully qualified Chartered Engineer. At the end of your placement, you may have the opportunity to be considered for a graduate position through our fast-track process.