Engineering Co-Op / Intern Spring/Summer 2027

Henkel • Brandon, SD

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About The Position

This Spring/Summer 2027 internship is with Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies business unit, which develops adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. The role provides hands-on experience in problem-solving and project management in a global adhesives manufacturing environment. The intern will contribute to process design and development, troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, support engineering projects from concept through execution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams on continuous improvement.

The internship runs from January 11 through August 13. The hourly salary range is $22–$27. The internship is not eligible for a housing stipend or relocation support. Recruitment begins in September 2026 and runs through early March 2027 or until positions are filled.

Requirements

• Be an undergraduate student at the sophomore, junior, or senior level, or a master’s/graduate student.
• Be pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
• Understand lean manufacturing principles for improving efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing production processes.
• Have experience designing and refining manufacturing processes and components to meet performance and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in problem-solving and project management within a global adhesives manufacturing environment.
• Participate in process design and development to improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis of manufacturing challenges.
• Support implementation of engineering projects from concept to execution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Learn and apply industry best practices in manufacturing and process optimization.

Benefits

• Access to Henkel’s online learning platform with more than 9,000 professional courses.
• Networking events with Henkel business leaders, experts, and sustainability ambassadors.
• Ongoing feedback discussions throughout the internship.
• In-person and virtual social events with Henkel interns across the country.
• Possibility of being invited to return as an intern or join as a full-time employee after the internship.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed