About the role#
This Co-Op position in Cheraw, South Carolina, offers students the chance to work in administrative or operational areas. You will support team members with daily tasks and contribute to ongoing projects.
What you'll do#
- Perform administrative and operational duties in assigned departments.
- Help team members prepare for meetings and handle follow-up actions.
- Collaborate with the team to keep workflows efficient.
- Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to specific initiatives.
- Conduct research on assigned topics.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing an academic degree, preferably in mechanical, industrial, or automotive engineering.
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and solve problems assertively.
- Self-motivation and a drive to achieve results.
- Ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and move thirty pounds.
- Authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Cheraw, South Carolina.
- Term: Fall 2026.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid position. Temporary housing is available for a modest fee, with utilities included.
About Schaeffler
Schaeffler is a manufacturing company based in Herzogenaurach, Germany. Founded in 1946, it focuses on motion technology including electric mobility, chassis solutions, and renewable energy components. The company operates globally with over 250 locations and employs more than 45,000 people. It produces a wide range of parts such as bearing solutions and linear guidance systems for various industrial applications.
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