Manufacturing Intern

Unifi Career • Yadkinville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a summer (May-August 2026) Manufacturing Intern at our Yadkinville, NC plant location. What will the Manufacturing Intern do at Unifi? As a Manufacturing Intern, you will work on a project focused on optimizing the use of the Texturamat in DTY yarn testing. This includes: Characterizing Texturamat performance in defect detection Supporting monitoring and control of yarn properties such as crimp, bulk, and shrinkage Analyzing data and providing insights to improve product quality and process efficiency Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment Am I qualified? Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering or a related field of study Rising Junior or Senior preferred Knowledgeable or experience with textiles Strong organizational skills, analytics and reporting experience, attention to details, and a natural problem solver Ability to work independently and as part of a team Available May-August 2026 (subject to school calendar) What we offer: Hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Opportunity to contribute to impactful, real-world projects Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field An opportunity to present your internship success story to the Executive Leadership Team Competitive compensation About Us Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science. We are the people behind REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. We help major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. Learn more about what makes Unifi special and how you can start making a difference today. Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. No immigration sponsorship is available for this role. Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check, work history review, and drug screening.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering or a related field of study
• Available May-August 2026 (subject to school calendar)
• Knowledgeable or experience with textiles
• Strong organizational skills, analytics and reporting experience, attention to details, and a natural problem solver
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

• Rising Junior or Senior preferred

Responsibilities

• Characterizing Texturamat performance in defect detection
• Supporting monitoring and control of yarn properties such as crimp, bulk, and shrinkage
• Analyzing data and providing insights to improve product quality and process efficiency
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful, real-world projects
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field
• An opportunity to present your internship success story to the Executive Leadership Team
• Competitive compensation

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees