About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027 based in Troy, Michigan. You will work on-site to support product development programs and assist our engineering teams with technical tasks and manufacturing support.
What you'll do#
- Perform various engineering duties across assigned programs.
- Create and update engineering models and drawings.
- Apply engineering analysis including DFMEA, FEA, GDT &T, DVP&R, and Control Plans.
- Serve as a liaison between our team and customer engineering.
- Support trial, launch, and post-launch activities at supplier and manufacturing sites.
- Help improve quality by evaluating products and processes for performance enhancements.
- Document lessons learned to benefit future programs.
- Assist prototype groups in supplying parts and assemblies.
- Process engineering changes through ECMS or ECN systems.
- Handle miscellaneous tasks such as maintaining project data and supporting testing.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a university degree in engineering, preferably in Mechanical or Plastics Engineering.
- Ability to work in at least one core area: Systems Engineering, Thermal Management, Mechatronics, Electronics, Composite Material, Circular Economy, or Value Selling.
- Familiarity with engineering functions like testing, project management, quality management, statistical process control, and technical documentation.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Professional competencies including organization, drive for results, and the ability to deal with ambiguity.
- Automotive experience and knowledge of Six Sigma are helpful additions.
Location & details#
- Location: Troy, Michigan, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Textron
Textron is a multi-industry company based in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1923, the firm operates across the aviation, defense, industrial, and finance sectors. It maintains a global network and manages several brands including Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, and Lycoming. The company employs more than 10,000 people.
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