About the role#
This 10-week summer internship places you within one of our specialized engineering teams, including Design, R&D, Controls, Manufacturing, or Enterprise Improvement. You will work alongside industry professionals on real-world projects to support material handling systems and conveyor technology. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Jonesboro, Arkansas.
What you'll do#
- Design innovative conveyor systems and material handling solutions.
- Conduct product testing to validate designs and ensure safety standards.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement in design and production.
- Collaborate on CAD designs and research activities to improve technologies.
- Monitor waste and non-value-added activities to enhance efficiency.
- Oversee project timelines and maintain detailed engineering documentation.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an engineering degree program, specifically Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Aerospace, or Environmental Engineering.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with design and production teams.
- Readiness to engage in research and testing to advance conveyor technology.
- Capability to track project milestones and maintain accurate technical records.
Location & details#
- Location: Jonesboro, Arkansas.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May 24 to July 30).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
- Modality: On-site.
About Hytrol
Hytrol designs and builds conveyor systems, controls, and material handling solutions. The company serves customers in warehousing, manufacturing, and distribution. Founded in 1947, the firm operates out of Jonesboro, Arkansas. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and functions as a privately held entity.
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