About the role#
This is a 12-week, full-time summer internship based in Minden, Louisiana. You will join a team of four engineering interns to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing plant operations and product development. This role is paid at $23.00 per hour.
What you'll do#
- Spend 5 weeks working directly in manufacturing plant areas to learn process flow.
- Accompany a supervisor for hands-on experience in the production facility.
- Work alongside Quality Inspectors to learn quality processes.
- Assist Project Engineers with standard work documents, design standards, and project tasks.
- Follow a Manufacturing Engineer to understand process components and workflows.
- Collaborate on group projects to improve manufacturing processes and report outcomes to the leadership team.
- Gain insight into the financial aspects of business and how engineering deliverables impact company success.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a bachelor's degree program for Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, entering your junior or senior year.
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Ability to relocate to the Minden, LA area for the duration of the program.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering design software like AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
- Demonstrated leadership through student projects, campus organizations, athletics, or volunteer work.
- Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and continuous improvement concepts.
- Note that Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
Location & details#
- Location: Minden, Louisiana.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company that focuses on electrical, aerospace, and industrial technologies. Founded in 1911, the firm operates globally with headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. It employs over 61,000 people and maintains a public status. The company works on electrification and digitalization projects to support renewable energy and power management needs.
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