About the role#
Valmont Industries is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Global Agriculture division in Valley, Nebraska. This is a paid, on-site internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will work alongside experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience, participate in project work, and engage in job shadowing. This role reports to the Director of Engineering and requires the ability to travel domestically up to 10% of the time.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the design and development of new products to meet specific project requirements.
- Collaborate with teams in Manufacturing Engineering, Production, Operations, and Service to ensure designs are efficient and manufacturable.
- Provide mechanical design input and direction during technical reviews and conference calls.
- Develop modifications for existing products to support cost reduction, reliability, and warranty improvements.
- Coordinate and conduct laboratory or field testing as needed.
- Follow standard design procedures and recommend updates when necessary.
- Provide technical support to various departments and maintain strong relationships with customers and field personnel.
What you'll need#
- Junior standing pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Proven mechanical aptitude and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- An organized, driven, and eager approach to learning.
- Ability to travel domestically up to 10% during the internship.
- Experience in an agricultural setting is preferred.
- Experience with 3D computer-aided design software is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Valley, Nebraska (On-site).
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Employment Type: Part-time internship.
About Valmont Industries, Inc.
Valmont Industries manufactures infrastructure and irrigation products. Founded in 1946, the company operates across six markets including utility, lighting, transportation, telecom, coatings, and agriculture technology. It maintains over 80 manufacturing sites in 21 countries. The firm is based in Omaha, Nebraska, and employs over 10,000 people.
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