Manufacturing Engineering Intern
About The Position
Connections matter. Make yours here. TE Connectivity is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). This position will be part of the AEROSPACE, DEFENSE & MARINE (AD&M) BUSINESS UNIT At TE Connectivity, you'll help bring our purpose to life by creating a safer, sustainable, productive and connected future. Your role as an Intern in the Aerospace Defense & Marine Business Unit, will help us make the connections that move the world forward by: Support process improvement initiatives by assisting with time studies, data analysis, and the design of tools, fixtures, and documentation to enhance manufacturing efficiency, quality, and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues, contribute to lean manufacturing efforts (e.g., 5S, waste reduction), and implement practical solutions on the shop floor. Gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while applying engineering principles and software tools (e.g., Excel, CAD) to real-world challenges.
Requirements
- Have earned a high school diploma or GED
- Are currently enrolled in, or pursuing, a BA/BS Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university-or have equivalent work experience (gap year students may also be considered).
- Are authorized to work in the U.S.
Nice To Haves
- Preferably have prior internship experience or have completed a major project
Responsibilities
- Assist in evaluating and improving manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Conduct time studies, process mapping, and data collection to support continuous improvement projects.
- Help design and update work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
- Support the development and testing of jigs, fixtures, and tooling for assembly and production tasks.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action efforts for production issues.
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians on process validations and new product introductions.
- Contribute to lean manufacturing activities such as 5S implementation, visual management, and kaizen events.
- Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist in the setup, testing, and debugging of equipment and production lines.
- Perform shop floor audits and support compliance with safety and quality standards.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
