About the role#
This Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op position is based in Cornelia, Georgia. You will join the Ethicon Global Tech Ops group for the Winter 2027 term, running from January to May. This is a full-time, on-site role requiring 40 hours per week. You will gain hands-on experience with the production of adhesives, polymer resins, needle manufacturing, and extrudate.
What you'll do#
- Analyze and correct mechanical, electrical, and chemical operating problems to support site operations.
- Maintain good documentation practices by writing test protocols, generating final reports, and recording meeting minutes.
- Work with Senior Engineers and mentors to carry out continuous improvement projects.
- Present your work to site management at the end of the semester.
- Participate in company volunteer activities.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least your freshman year at an accredited university.
- Current pursuit of a degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, Electrical, Computer, or Plastics Engineering, Mechatronics, or Material Science.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
- Ability to work independently and within diverse, multi-functional teams.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to detail.
- Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. without future sponsorship.
- No existing employment commitments that conflict with the program dates.
- Experience with CAD, Tableau, Power BI, Minitab, or statistical analysis is preferred.
- Interest in industrial control systems like PLC/DCS, instrumentation, or MES is preferred for Automation and Control roles.
- Demonstrated leadership or participation in campus and community service is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Cornelia, Georgia.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January to May).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: Paid position with a housing stipend available based on eligibility.
About Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson is a public company based in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Founded in 1886, it operates within the hospitals and health care industry. The company focuses on medical devices, diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals. It employs over 133,000 people across its global offices.
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