Manufacturing Eng Co-op

Parker Hannifin • Greensboro, NC

8h

About The Position

Parker Hannifin’s Industrial Process Filtration Division collaborates with customers to provide filtration solutions for complex contaminant management, improve product quality, and protect critical equipment. The division supports North America and works with Parker’s global regional entities to extend the use of its products worldwide.

The Engineering co-op in Greensboro, North Carolina, is scheduled for Spring/Summer 2027. The role offers hands-on exposure to manufacturing operations and/or product design, mentorship from engineering professionals, and opportunities to build a professional network. Co-ops may work in research and development, product design, testing, or manufacturing. The program is intended to help students develop foundational skills and explore future opportunities, including Parker’s Engineering Leadership Development Program and direct-hire engineering roles.

Parker may modify assignments and provides reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions. Applicants must meet any applicable U.S. import and export regulatory status requirements. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace; applicants are subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering; examples include Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, Materials, and Electrical Engineering. Engineering Technology degrees will not be considered.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Completion of engineering coursework is required.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Professional demeanor and excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Active listening, genuine curiosity, and a growth mindset.
• Adaptability, collaboration, and willingness to participate in a variety of engineering assignments.
• Enthusiasm for working through challenges and making progress on open-ended assignments.
• Innovative approach and skills needed to investigate and research new topics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status may be required for certain positions under U.S. import and export regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with engineering tools.
• Campus leadership experience.
• Experience working on team-based projects or in a manufacturing, engineering, or operations environment.

Responsibilities

• Support technology assessments, design of experiments, additive manufacturing, automation, and product development initiatives.
• Contribute to projects across the product lifecycle, from concept to production.
• Participate in the design and development of components and systems.
• Design, create, and prototype new components or modifications to existing products.
• Learn to operate testing equipment, evaluate findings, analyze data, and prepare reports.
• Partner with manufacturing teams to understand production processes and provide engineering support.
• Support process improvement, technology advancement, and product launches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern