About the role#
As a Coatings Process Engineering Intern, you will support finishing processes at our Indianapolis facility. You will work with copper, decorative nickel, chrome, and zinc plating, as well as powder coating, e-coating, and architectural anodizing. This is a full-time, 12-week summer internship where you will shadow engineers and operators to learn process maintenance and improvement. You will gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Monitor daily finishing processes including plating, powder coat, e-coat, and anodizing.
- Gather and organize process data such as bath chemistry, line speed, and quality metrics for team review.
- Support root-cause investigations for out-of-spec conditions.
- Participate in small improvement projects like optimizing rinse cycles or fixture designs.
- Maintain process documentation, including work instructions and batch records, and update logs.
- Shadow cross-functional teams in maintenance, materials management, and production planning.
- Contribute to process capability studies by collecting sample data and calculating Cp/Cpk.
- Present findings and recommendations at team meetings or intern roundtables.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- Familiarity with MS Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint.
- Eagerness to learn process-control software.
- Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-starter attitude with the ability to manage multiple small tasks under supervision.
- Willingness to collaborate cross-functionally and work in a hands-on capacity.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Paid internship.
About Allegion
Allegion manufactures security products for homes, businesses, and institutions. The company produces door hardware including locks, exit devices, and door closers. It also offers access control and workforce productivity systems. Based in Dublin, the company operates globally with a workforce of over 10,000 people.
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