Process Engineering Intern

CommScope • Raleigh, NC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

As CommScope designs and builds connectivity for the world's most advanced networks, we're building something equally as important: careers for forward-thinking, innovated college students like you! Our Summer Internship Program is designed to provide you with an invaluable work experience through meaningful projects that will help you grow and develop both personally and professionally. Throughout the 12-week program, you will collaborate with some of the best in the industry, receive on-the-job training, participating in professional development workshops, executive speaker series, and other networking and social events! How You’ll Help Us Connect the World As a Research and Development Engineer Intern, you will be responsible for improving processes, creating prototypes, and expanding laboratory capabilities as part of the CCS. You will work closely with the R&D Design Engineers to build and analyze prototype injection molds and develop a vapor smoothing system for the Additive Manufacturing Lab. This role will be based in Apex, North Carolina.

Requirements

• Actively pursuing a bachelor’s (upcoming sophomores, juniors & seniors) or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering from an accredited university
• Proven strong academic performer with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Basic understanding of injection molding processes, polymer properties, and additive manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) and simulation tools is a plus.
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship
• Military-Affiliated candidates encouraged to apply (Veterans, Military Spouses, and Guard/Reservists)

Nice To Haves

• Have experience with mold flow analysis, particularly thermal analysis
• Have experience working in a laboratory with prototyping and manufacturing equipment
• Demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• Show innovation through unique ideas and propose them to the team
• Able to handle multiple assignments simultaneously and effectively meet deadlines
• Strategic and creative thinking; distinguished written and verbal communications skills
• Strong initiative; a self-starter with analytical skills, attention to detail, problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and flexible to changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Performing analysis of multi-material injection molds , including flow behavior and improvement of thermal properties.
• Supporting simulation and validation of mold designs to ensure optimal performance and quality.
• Researching and developing a vapor smoothing system for improving surface finish and dimensional accuracy of 3D-printed prototype parts.
• Conducting experiments and trials to evaluate smoothing effectiveness and process parameters.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees