About the role#
This is a 12-week full-time internship for Summer 2027. You will support plant operations and gain experience within a global manufacturing organization. You will work on-site in Anoka, Minnesota, and receive a pay rate of $25 per hour. Eligible candidates may receive relocation and housing support. Benefits include paid time off, sick time, volunteer time, and holidays.
What you'll do#
- Learn the application of AGV (Automated Guided Vehicle) and AMR (Autonomous Mobile Robot) systems.
- Create video training materials to explain AGV and AMR functions to various users.
- Monitor daily usage of robots to support material handling in production.
- Develop inspection checklists for equipment maintenance.
- Collect and analyze data to prepare reports and recommend solutions for technical issues.
- Assist with usability testing to improve UI/UX design.
- Perform manual testing to identify issues outside of the robot fleet manager.
- Support the expansion of AGV and AMR usage at new and international production sites.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an engineering or related major, such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
- Graduation date between December 2027 and June 2028.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. now and in the future. Sponsorship is not provided.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- A willingness to learn and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
- Resilience and adaptability in a changing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership experience is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Anoka, Minnesota.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June through August).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About nVent
nVent provides electrical connection and protection hardware. The company designs, manufactures, and services systems for equipment and buildings. It operates globally with a management office in Minneapolis and headquarters in St Louis Park, Minnesota. The firm maintains a portfolio of brands including HOFFMAN, ERICO, and SCHROFF.
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