Manufacturing Internships Summer 2027

Apogee • Owatonna, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Viracon is seeking Manufacturing Engineering Interns for 2027 who are pursuing an engineering degree and want hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment. The internship provides lab and production experience, mentorship from industry experts, and opportunities to contribute to Viracon products. Interns work with engineering and production teams and spend significant time on the manufacturing floor.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree at a four-year college or university in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Sophomore, junior, or senior standing at the time of the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Interest in manufacturing and hands-on engineering work.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and spending time on the production floor.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside manufacturing engineers and production teams on real projects.
• Learn manufacturing processes, equipment, and operations on the manufacturing floor.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues.
• Collect and analyze production data.
• Support process improvement, equipment, tooling, and layout projects.
• Assist with time studies, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Help implement engineering solutions and see projects through to completion.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package for employees and their dependents, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Incentive plans.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness program.
• Training and career progression.

What This Job Offers

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