Co-op Electrical Engineering - Fall 2026

Schaeffler • Troy, MI

116d

About The Position

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities. Our Cooperative Education Program provides students with outstanding practical experience that is uniquely tailored to their interests and career aspirations. Our goal is to expose emerging talent to our manufacturing and technology development processes, develop students’ industry knowledge and skills, and prepare them for the transition to a full-time position at Schaeffler. Students develop their skills and knowledge while gaining professional experience as they work with talented professionals and cutting-edge technology to drive innovation. Schaeffler is synonymous with highest quality, outstanding technology, and a singular innovative ability. Our state-of-the-art products and system solutions are found in virtually every industry application, including automotive drive and powertrains, wind turbines, rail transportation as well as aviation and aerospace. Our groundbreaking innovations, global customer orientation and comprehensive product portfolio have made us a reliable partner for intelligent, sustainable, and efficient motion and electric mobility solutions. We are looking for talent to drive groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology. Join our team!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results
• Ability to prioritize
• The ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, and lift and move thirty pounds
• Exhibit a willingness to learn
• Assertive approach to solving problems
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship skills with an ability to collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed

Responsibilities

• EE integration of mechatronics systems and components (incl. sizing, e.g. e-motor), reviewing interface specifications, wiring schematics, creating wire harnesses and electrical triage [macroscopic] -> integration into HiL, Vehicle environments
• Circuit design and analysis/testing (e.g., analog filtering, sensorics), PCBA prototyping, wiring schematics [microscopic]
• Market research of EE products, benchmark, and documentation
• Interfacing teams – effectively communicate with these cross functional teams in order to effectively complete assigned tasks
• Participants should be responsible, able to work independently, and open to instruction
• S/he will be given developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands-on training, and exposure to Schaeffler's manufacturing and technological processes

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays & vacation
• 401K match up to 6%
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Continuous learning opportunities through in-person, hybrid, and virtual training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees