About the role#
Shaw Industries offers an engineering internship and co-op program for students to gain manufacturing experience. You will work onsite at one of our facilities, rotating through projects to build technical skills. This program prepares you for a potential full-time engineering career with us after graduation.
What you'll do#
- Complete a series of semesters working onsite in a manufacturing environment.
- Collaborate with engineering staff on active facility projects.
- Apply your academic knowledge and problem-solving skills to real-world technical issues.
- Participate in hands-on projects and receive mentorship from experienced staff.
- Take on increasingly advanced tasks as you progress through your semesters.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited university pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, or Operations Management engineering.
- Completion of at least 3 semesters of college coursework.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Full-time student status is preferred.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time, on-site position.
- Locations include Dalton, Bainbridge, Cartersville, Ringgold, Adairsville, and Calhoun, Georgia; Andalusia, Alabama; and Aiken and Columbia, South Carolina.
- Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, though these may vary by facility.
- Corporate housing is available at a discount in most locations.
About Shaw Industries
Shaw Industries manufactures flooring and surface solutions for residential, commercial, and outdoor markets. Founded in 1967, the company produces carpet, hardwood, tile, vinyl, and synthetic turf. It operates as a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway and maintains its headquarters in Dalton, Georgia. The organization employs approximately 18,000 people across its global operations.
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