Cobleskill - Engineering & Engineering Technology Student Internship - Summer 2027

J.D. Irving, Limited•Village of Cobleskill, NY

About The Position

Irving Forest Products, Inc. is hiring engineering and engineering technology students for a summer internship at its Cobleskill location. Interns will gain practical experience in the forest products industry while developing leadership, business, communication, and time-management skills. The role involves working with maintenance and operations teams on safety, efficiency, production, and improvement projects, with guidance from the maintenance manager and department supervisors. The internship is a temporary, full-time position running from mid-May to mid-August. Interns will learn about facility operations, maintenance coordination, the Enterprise One system, and Irving’s vertically integrated business. They will also develop and present a summary of their accomplishments and learning to the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager at the end of the summer.

Requirements

Completion of the first year of post-secondary education.
Good academic standing.
Student in Electrical, Mechanical, Power, or Civil Engineering, or Engineering Technology.

Nice To Haves

Interest in new technology.
Hard-working and motivated, with an interest in a dynamic career and opportunities for growth.

Responsibilities

Identify safety equipment, locations, and emergency procedures, and participate in behavioral-based safety programs.
Complete a visual standards project during the term.
Help manage efficient operations, including coordinating maintenance technicians on projects under the maintenance manager’s guidance.
Collaborate with the maintenance team on small-scale improvement projects.
Follow direction from maintenance supervision on daily management activities.
Learn about facility operations, vertical integration, and the importance of providing A+ products to customers.
Use the Enterprise One system for maintenance coordination processes.
Manage time effectively.
Carry out engineering projects that support safety and efficiency.
Investigate and resolve small production-related deviations and take action to improve or repair gaps.
Communicate with vendors and contractors, obtain quotes, and make business decisions that benefit the plant.
Communicate with leadership and present ideas or problems along with potential solutions.
Identify potential roadblocks and solutions to help projects progress.
Direct small crews at times and present ideas effectively to leadership.
Develop and deliver a short presentation to the Plant Manager and Maintenance Manager on summer accomplishments and learning.