Intern II, Student Support

Progress Rail•Mayfield, KY

About The Position

This engineering internship is for Summer 2027. The intern will review technical documentation and develop work instructions for locomotive and engine rebuild processes. The role supports manufacturing needs by organizing workload for defined projects, providing feedback to management, and developing mitigation plans. It also involves analyzing product designs for manufacturability, proposing and evaluating manufacturing processes and equipment, assisting with process and equipment improvements, and providing technical support for specific plant operations. The intern will complete assignments within a department or activity that uses their academic discipline and will have regular contact with people outside their work group. The position is primarily based in a traditional office setting, with possible work on the manufacturing floor. Office work involves using a computer, keyboard, and other equipment, and sitting for most of the day. The role may require occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and driving. Manufacturing-floor work may expose the intern to a range of environmental conditions. The role is not safety-sensitive, but requires use of site-specific personal protective equipment. The intern may need to learn tasks quickly in a fast-paced office, give presentations, speak publicly, and work in teams.

Requirements

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 (B average).
Completed at least two years of college courses.
Satisfactory completion of classes related to on-the-job assignments.
Experience with Microsoft Office.
Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college.
Obtain knowledge of the plant and its operations.
Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments.
Communicate with customers and coworkers and use office equipment.
Use all site-specific personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

Review technical documentation and develop work instructions for locomotive and engine rebuild processes.
Organize workload for defined projects, provide feedback to management, and develop mitigation plans to support manufacturing needs.
Analyze product designs to determine the best method of manufacture.
Propose and evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned plant areas.
Assist with developing or improving manufacturing processes and equipment for assigned plant areas.
Provide technical support for specific plant operations.
Complete assignments within a department or activity that uses the employee’s academic discipline.
Perform special short-term assignments related to the work area.
Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel and complete assignments to the satisfaction of assigned departments.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
401(k) plan with up to 6% company match, immediate vesting, and no waiting period.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Supplemental accident, critical care, and hospital insurance, along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Paid vacation.
Paid holidays.
Paid time off (PTO).
Employee Assistance Plan.
Education Assistance Program.
Employee Recognition Programs.
Site-specific production and incentive plans.
Site-specific step and skill level wage adjustment plans.
Site-specific relocation and sign-on bonus programs.