LEGO Mechanical Engineering Internship 2027 in Denmark

The LEGO Group has announced its Mechanical Engineering Internship 2027 at its headquarters in Billund, Denmark. This paid placement offers engineering students an opportunity to gain practical experience in product development, prototyping and technical innovation.

The internship is based within LEGO's Hardware and Embedded Systems Engineering Team, part of Creative Play Lab. This department explores new technologies and develops innovative physical play experiences for LEGO products.

Selected interns will work alongside experienced mechanical, electronics, mechatronics and embedded systems engineers. Their activities may include creating prototypes, exploring new materials, designing mechanical components and addressing technical challenges.

The programme combines independent projects with collaborative engineering work. Interns may also interact with LEGO engineering teams in Boston, Singapore and Billund.

The placement begins in February 2027 and runs until the end of June 2027, with a possible summer extension.

Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Be over 18 years old.
• Remain enrolled in higher education throughout the internship.
• Study Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent programme.
• Be scheduled to graduate after the internship ends.
• Not delay their graduation solely to qualify for the internship.
• Receive course credit towards their studies for completing the placement.
• Undertake the internship as a compulsory part of their education.
• Be available to start in February 2027.
• Be available to work full-time until the end of June 2027.
• Be able to work on-site in Billund, Denmark.

LEGO also encourages applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• 3D CAD design and construction
• Mechanical or mechatronics engineering
• Materials and plastic component design
• Manufacturing techniques and 3D printing
• Workshop equipment and technical prototyping
• Engineering sketching and simulation tools

Successful applicants can expect:

• A paid internship with the LEGO Group.
• Five months of practical engineering experience.
• Experience working at LEGO's global headquarters in Denmark.
• Opportunities to develop mechanical components and physical prototypes.
• Exposure to engineering design, 3D construction and emerging technologies.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Opportunities to develop technical, creative and problem-solving skills.
• Professional networking with experienced LEGO engineers.
• Access to LEGO's workplace and professional development environment.
• General colleague benefits advertised by LEGO, subject to individual eligibility.

Applicants must submit three separate PDF documents:

• Updated CV: Describing education and relevant experience.
• Cover letter: A personalised letter of no more than 200 words explaining motivation and suitability.
• Creative supporting document: Either an original A4 landscape poster demonstrating suitability or a portfolio showcasing relevant projects, interests and technical work.

The application must be completed in English.

LEGO's advertisement highlights the following qualities and abilities:

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for creative engineering.
• Relevant knowledge of mechanical engineering and technical design.
• Practical prototyping and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to explore new technologies and materials.
• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.
• Initiative and independent thinking.
• Adaptability to changing project priorities.
• Clear communication of engineering ideas and progress.
• An original and thoughtful application demonstrating motivation.

• Gain practical engineering experience with an internationally recognised company.
• Learn how physical products and technical components are developed.
• Apply university knowledge to real engineering challenges.
• Develop technical design and prototyping experience.
• Work with engineers from different technical disciplines.
• Strengthen your professional portfolio and career profile.
• Experience an international engineering workplace in Denmark.