About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in test engineering for urban transit systems. You will work with our team to support the development, implementation, and improvement of test processes for our production environments. This is a paid position for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Ensure implementation of assigned actions per the manufacturing action plan.
- Work with test and IT resources to keep test software and data systems running correctly.
- Communicate technical issues to the R&D department.
- Submit forms and markups for documentation updates.
- Support the analysis and improvement of production test yields.
- Help transfer test processes across the supply chain.
- Assist in defining test requirements and creating test processes for new products.
- Implement new test processes and tools as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 360 applications.
- Basic understanding of software writing and editing.
- Ability to anticipate problems and apply troubleshooting techniques.
- Knowledge of electronics and the ability to analyze electrical schematics.
- Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use common tools.
- Fluency in English.
Location & details#
- Location: Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site, 40 hours per week.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May through August).
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Hitachi
Hitachi is a global company based in Tokyo, Japan. It operates across four sectors including digital systems, energy, mobility, and connective industries. The firm integrates information technology and operational technology to manage industrial systems and infrastructure. It maintains a workforce of over 280,000 employees across more than 140 countries.
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