About the role#
This is a 16-month internship focused on automation support and development engineering. You will work within an experienced group of process and automation engineers to solve complex technical problems. The role involves direct exposure to hardware and software automation solutions across diverse markets, including consumer, enterprise, communications, industrial, healthcare, and aerospace.
What you'll do#
- Identify opportunities for hardware and IoT automation to improve operational efficiencies.
- Gather requirements and savings data to justify project return on investment.
- Collaborate with internal and external providers to implement automation projects.
- Support the development of production tools, including robotics, vision systems, and software controls.
- Manage hardware procurement, integration, qualification, and installation for electronics manufacturing tests.
- Integrate tools and code developed by internal or external groups.
- Debug solutions using failure-analysis methodologies and design of experiments.
- Update development work instructions and optimize processes to improve quality.
- Coordinate with suppliers and customers throughout the project lifecycle.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a formal university co-op or internship program.
- Completion of the third year of a four-year degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics, or Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Familiarity with electronic technologies.
- Excellent time management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work autonomously once trained and meet tight deadlines.
- Flexibility to work extended hours based on customer needs.
- Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status to meet Controlled Goods Program requirements.
- Successful completion of a security screening under the Controlled Goods Regulations.
- Submission of a cover letter, resume, and transcript for consideration.
Location & details#
- Location: Newmarket, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027 start.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Celestica
Celestica is a technology and innovation company founded in 1994. It provides hardware platform solutions, engineering, and supply chain services for industries including aerospace, healthcare, and data centers. The company supports hyperscalers with infrastructure for AI and cloud computing. Based in Toronto, Ontario, it operates as a public company with over 16,000 employees.
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