Intern

SCHOLFIELD INC•Wichita, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Butler CC INTERN Technician is an entry-level internship for a student currently enrolled in Butler Community College’s Tech Auto program who is interested in developing a career as an automotive technician in a dealership. The intern gains practical, hands-on experience alongside experienced dealership technicians and service personnel, assisting with routine vehicle maintenance, inspections, shop operations, vehicle preparation, and other duties suited to their training and demonstrated ability. The position provides a structured transition from automotive technical education to professional dealership employment while reinforcing safe work practices, quality workmanship, productivity, customer service, and dealership standards. Work assignments and training are based on the intern’s education, experience, demonstrated competency, certifications, and direction from dealership management and supervising technicians. Training may cover dealership and manufacturer service procedures, preventive maintenance, inspections, basic diagnostics, brake, steering and suspension, electrical, engine performance, and heating and air conditioning systems, shop safety and equipment operation, repair-order documentation, parts identification and ordering, warranty procedures, and technical information and diagnostic resources.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in Butler Community College Tech Auto Program.
Basic understanding of automotive systems and vehicle maintenance.
Ability and willingness to learn hands-on automotive repair and maintenance.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work safely around vehicles, tools, equipment, and automotive fluids.
Reliable attendance and punctuality.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record, as required by dealership policy.

Nice To Haves

Completion of introductory automotive technology coursework.
Previous automotive shop, dealership, fleet, or repair experience.
Basic tool knowledge.
Personal set of automotive hand tools appropriate to current training level.
ASE Entry-Level certification or other automotive training credentials.
Interest in pursuing ASE certification and a career as a professional automotive technician.

Responsibilities

Assist experienced technicians with vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repairs as directed.
Perform basic maintenance and service procedures appropriate to current training, including oil and filter changes, tire rotations, battery service, and fluid checks.
Assist with inspections and identify conditions that may require additional diagnosis or repair.
Learn and use hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, lifts, and shop equipment appropriately.
Assist with diagnosis and repair procedures within the intern’s training and skill level, following manufacturer recommendations and dealership standards.
Learn vehicle inspection, documentation, repair-order, technical-information, and diagnostic-resource procedures.
Move vehicles safely throughout the service department and dealership property.
Perform vehicle inspections and pre- and post-service checks as assigned.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas; store tools and equipment properly and help maintain shop supplies.
Dispose of waste, fluids, filters, and other materials according to dealership and environmental requirements.
Follow dealership safety policies, OSHA requirements, workplace procedures, PPE requirements, and equipment safety procedures.
Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, accidents, injuries, or vehicle damage to a supervisor immediately.
Avoid tasks beyond the intern’s training, authorization, or demonstrated ability; protect customer and dealership information and vehicle records.
Treat customers, coworkers, and customer property professionally and respectfully; protect vehicles from damage and comply with dealership appearance standards.
Demonstrate punctuality, dependability, teamwork, and willingness to learn.
Progressively develop automotive knowledge and technical skills throughout the internship.