About the role#
This summer internship offers a chance to rotate through multiple departments at George Koch Sons. You will gain hands-on experience in engineering, sales and estimating, field services, research and development, and manufacturing. The program aims to provide a broad understanding of our business while helping you develop your technical and professional skills through real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Rotate through various departments to learn different aspects of our operations.
- Assist with the design, analysis, and testing of mechanical systems and components.
- Participate in cost estimations and create customer proposals for new projects.
- Support project implementation, on-site installations, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Contribute to product development and innovation projects.
- Assist with process improvements, workflow optimization, and quality control.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
- Prepare reports, documentation, and presentations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- A strong interest in rotating through diverse functional areas.
- Problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust to changing priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic engineering software tools.
Location & details#
- Location: Rochester Hills, Michigan.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Compensation: 25 to 28 USD per hour.
- Modality: On-site.
- Note: This position does not offer sponsorship.
About George Koch Sons
George Koch Sons provides turnkey finishing systems for liquid, powder, and electrocoat applications. The company operates out of Evansville, Indiana. It maintains a workforce of 201 to 500 employees. The business focuses on automated finishing, acoustical and thermal solutions, and environmental conservation.
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