Manufacturing Engineer Intern (Summer 2027)

ITW • Charlotte, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The ITW Engineering Internship is based at the company’s Charlotte, North Carolina facility and runs from mid-May to the beginning of August 2027. The intern reports to the on-site Manufacturing Engineer and works with local operations staff. The role supports the manufacturing and processing of welded baskets and other load-transfer concrete flatwork products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The intern will support new product and process implementation, manufacturing process improvement, troubleshooting, corrective actions, safety initiatives, CAD modeling and drawing updates, and engineering documentation. The position also involves collaboration with other functions on engineering projects and manufacturing initiatives.

The internship is intended for rising juniors who will have completed their sophomore year before the internship begins and expect to graduate between December 2028 and May 2029. Interns are expected to learn about facility operations and manufacturing processes, new product implementation and debugging, equipment work instructions and training, cross-functional collaboration, ITW’s Business Model, project management, and problem-solving.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering program.
• Mechanical Engineering coursework.
• Rising junior status, having completed sophomore year before the internship begins.
• Expected graduation date between December 2028 and May 2029.
• Ability to make logical, sound decisions and determine when to act independently or seek assistance.
• Actively identify learning opportunities and apply newly gained knowledge and skills on the job.
• Show drive to succeed, willingness to go the extra mile, and perseverance when facing obstacles.
• Work collaboratively with others; communicate verbally and in writing; and listen well.

Nice To Haves

• Material Science coursework.
• PLC Programming coursework.
• 2D and 3D CAD skills.
• Good communication skills.
• An inquisitive nature and interest in hands-on work.

Responsibilities

• Support new product and process implementation projects.
• Assist with manufacturing process improvement, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Support ITW Safety Program initiatives and promote a safe working environment.
• Create and modify CAD models, drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support assigned engineering projects and manufacturing initiatives.

What This Job Offers

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