2026 Summer Intern- Quality Technician

Federal Signal Openings • Tishomingo, MS

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About The Position

DuraClass, a trusted name in manufacturing Class 3–8 dump truck bodies and hoists, is offering an exciting opportunity for a Quality Technichian Intern to join our team for Summer 2026. This internship is ideal for students interested in manufacturing, quality, and real-world engineering applications in a heavy-duty manufacturing setting. The Quality Engineering Intern will assist on projects that ensure all products meet internal and customer quality standards through inspections, audits, and process evaluations. This role plays a key part in driving continuous improvement efforts and supporting manufacturing teams by identifying, documenting, and helping to communicate and report quality issues. This internship is a great way to build technical skills, gain exposure to real-world design challenges, and contribute to the innovation behind DuraClass – Built to Last . Truck Bodies & Equipment International (TBEI) a Subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of dump bodies and trailers, landscape bodies, platforms, hoists, and truck and trailer equipment and accessories. We are a publicly-owned corporation which highlights: 1,000+ distributors and dealers, across North America 11 major brands Industry-leading technology, management team, and performance High quality products including military-spec dump bodies for the US Armed Forces Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 662-438-7814. All other applications must be submitted online.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspections of welds and components for surface defects, including cracks, incomplete welds, pits, fabrication errors, installation issues, and paint flaws throughout various stages of production.
• Perform inspections on fabricated components and machined parts under the guidance of Quality personnel.
• Compare finished products to engineering drawings and specifications to verify basic dimensions and requirements.
• Help identify, document, and track non-conforming parts and assist with trending of quality issues.
• Support collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering, Supervisors, and Area Leads by communicating quality findings and observations.
• Participate in internal audits and assist with audit preparation, documentation, and follow-up activities.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean initiatives by following standard workflows, offering observations, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with basic quality data collection and analysis using tools such as Pareto charts, histograms, and other introductory statistical methods.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed