About the role#
The Product Development Internship at Parker Hannifin offers hands-on experience within our Hydraulic Pump and Motor Division. You will work on both daily operations and long-term improvement projects related to our products, components, and manufacturing processes. This role is designed to help you build skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and technical validation while working in a large-scale manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Follow all safety requirements at all times.
- Assist the engineering team with the design, development, and improvement of products and processes.
- Identify and solve issues related to equipment, products, or systems.
- Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance departments to implement technical solutions.
- Coordinate and participate in prototype builds.
- Work with engineers to review test requirements and set up testing procedures.
- Document technical findings and communicate results to your team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s or advanced degree program in an engineering field.
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with a focus on detail when reviewing data.
- Ability to work well with others as a collaborative team member.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings is preferred.
- Presentation and facilitation skills are a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Greeneville, Tennessee.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
About Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin specializes in motion and control technologies. The company provides systems for filtration, hydraulics, pneumatics, and fluid handling. It serves customers in the aerospace, mobile, and industrial markets. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company operates in 43 countries and employs over 30,000 people.
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