About the role#
As a Coatings Process Engineering Intern, you will work at our Indianapolis facility to support finishing processes including plating, powder coating, e-coating, and architectural anodizing. You will gain hands-on experience by working alongside engineers and operators in operations, maintenance, and materials management. This is a full-time, 12-week internship for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Monitor daily finishing processes and gather data on bath chemistry, line speed, and quality metrics.
- Support root-cause investigations for out-of-spec conditions under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Participate in small improvement projects, such as optimizing rinse cycles or fixture designs.
- Maintain process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and batch records.
- Shadow cross-functional teams in maintenance and production planning.
- Perform process capability studies by collecting sample data, calculating Cp/Cpk, and preparing charts.
- Present your findings and recommendations during team meetings.
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.
- An analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- A self-starter attitude with the ability to manage multiple small tasks under supervision.
- Willingness to collaborate cross-functionally and work in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
- Eagerness to learn process-control software.
Location & details#
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana.
- Modality: This is an on-site role.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Sponsorship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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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