Production Engineering Intern

Cooper Steel of Virginia • Monroe, VA

15h • $20 - $20

About The Position

The Production Engineering Intern supports Cooper Steel of Virginia's goals, values, and philosophy by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence, quality service, commitment, and accountability. As a member of the Cooper Steel of Virginia team, performance includes demonstration of the following accountabilities: communication, teamwork, job knowledge and leadership. Position Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Production Engineering Intern to join our team for a rotational internship for the Summer of 2026. This unique program provides exposure to multiple aspects of manufacturing operations, including Engineering, Safety, Quality, and Maintenance. The intern will gain hands-on experience in process improvement, project management, and cross-functional collaboration to support operational excellence.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with ERP systems preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• familiarity with ERP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies and process observations to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Assist with developing and updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support continuous improvement and project management initiatives, coordinating tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, quality, and maintenance teams to learn best practices and contribute to ongoing projects.
• Perform data collection and analysis to drive productivity and process enhancements.
• Participate in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving activities.
• Support ERP system management and gain exposure to production scheduling, inventory, and work order processes.
• Prepare and present reports, findings, and recommendations to supervisors and leadership teams.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A structured rotational experience across multiple departments.
• Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities to contribute to real projects that make a measurable impact.
• Exposure to a collaborative, safety-driven, and project-focused manufacturing culture.
• 40 hours per week at $20.00 hourly rate of pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees