About the role#
As an Engineering Intern at Donaldson, you will join a team focused on specific filtration technologies, such as air and liquid filtration, product development, or materials technology. You will work alongside engineers and scientists to conduct lab testing, develop new solutions, and support the introduction of technologies to the market. This is a paid, full-time, on-site internship.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with engineers and industry experts on customer-specific projects, including test support, FEA, FMEA, and stack up tolerance analysis.
- Contribute to engineering aspects of filtration technology, including design, testing, and building.
- Assist or lead lab testing to analyze the performance of filter elements and assemblies.
- Develop DOEs to improve the implementation and understanding of new media technology.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled as a sophomore or junior undergraduate student in an accredited degree program.
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, Chemical, Biomedical, or Material Science Engineering.
- Minimum 3.0 out of a 4.0 cumulative GPA.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with CAD software.
- Applied hands-on experience with engineering practices and protocols.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing, lab, or test environment through internships, employment, volunteering, or student organizations.
- Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead projects independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Bloomington, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Duration: 10 to 12 weeks.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $28.00 per hour, based on degree progress and major.
About Donaldson
Donaldson manufactures filtration systems and contamination control products. The company serves sectors such as aerospace, agriculture, mining, and food production. It maintains over 140 manufacturing and distribution sites across six continents. Founded in 1915, the firm is based in Bloomington, Minnesota, and employs more than 10,000 people.
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