About the role#
As a Controls Tech Intern, you will work in a high-volume manufacturing environment. You will be paired with a mentor who will guide your projects and help you connect your academic background to real-world applications. This role offers opportunities to work on process mechatronics, production equipment troubleshooting, or project management tasks.
What you'll do#
- Support manufacturing operations through troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
- Complete project assignments that align with your academic studies and expand your technical skills.
- Apply classroom knowledge to practical, hands-on tasks.
- Ensure all work complies with BD quality systems, policies, and safety regulations.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a college mechatronics or equivalent engineering program, with completion of your freshman year preferred.
- Ability to work on-site for a minimum of eight continuous weeks during the summer.
- Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- Willingness to work at any of our Columbus manufacturing locations.
- Experience with PLC, Servo, and Vision Programming is preferred, specifically with Allen Bradley systems.
- Experience in industrial fabrication and automation is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbus, Nebraska.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About BD
BD is a medical technology company that produces medical supplies, laboratory instruments, and diagnostic products. It operates globally to support clinical operations and patient care. The company maintains a workforce of over 46,000 employees. Its headquarters are located in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey.
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