Engineering Intern
Seasonal - Full TimeJob Overview
The Engineering Intern will support manufacturing and process improvement initiatives within a production environment, gaining hands-on experience in testing, molding operations, and manufacturing processes. This role offers meaningful exposure to real-world engineering challenges while contributing to continuous improvement efforts on the production floor.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in a learning rotation within the lab, gaining exposure to product testing, quality requirements, and data collection.
- Spend time on the production floor, learning molding operations and manufacturing workflows.
- Support and learn injection molding operations, tooling, and material flow.
- Assist with and complete a focused, process improvement project, which may include:
- Organizing and improving injection mold storage for accessibility and efficiency.
- Evaluating oven rack loading/unloading flow and staging layouts.
- Reviewing oven rack designs to improve ergonomics and ease of unloading.
- Supporting improvements to loading tools at the press.
- Observe, document, and analyze current processes to identify improvement opportunities.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to develop practical solutions.
- Present findings and recommendations at the conclusion of the internship.
- Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related field).
- Strong interest in manufacturing, process engineering, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work in a hands-on production environment.
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Commitment to promoting a safe and productive workplace culture.