Summer Internship, Automation

Wonderful Citrus • Delano, CA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and responsible intern for a full-time 8-week summer internship. In this position, you will gain hands-on experience under the guidance of our talented professionals. As an Industrial Controls/Automation intern, you’ll be working with cutting-edge technologies and gaining hands-on experience in optimizing complex industrial systems. We’re looking for someone with a strong foundation in control systems, automation, and programming—skills that will help support our team's goals of improving efficiency and productivity. You’ll have the opportunity to work on real-world projects, assist in troubleshooting, and learn from experienced professionals in the field. This is a fantastic chance to develop your expertise in a growing and essential area of industrial technology while contributing to impactful projects. This position will be based on-site at Wonderful Citrus located in Delano, CA. This schedule for this internship is 40 hours per week Monday-Friday . Days of the week and work hours may change due to business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/General Education Diploma and currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in Industrial Automation, Engineering, or related
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Minimum of beginner proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-directed and able to work autonomously
• Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the value that industrial automation provides to the manufacturing process
• Work closely with the Controls & Automation team on projects/tasks
• Gain experience and insight into: Controls Technician responsibilities
• Project program structure, activities, and tracking tools
• Network standards
• PLC infrastructure and support field devices
• Higher-level supervisory/visualization platform
• Controls development projects
• Identify, develop, and support continuous improvement opportunities
• Update and develop departmental SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures)
• Assist with WOW projects and identifying quick wins
• Provide general administrative support to the automation team

Benefits

• On-site Café – Convenient dining with fresh meal options
• On-Site Gym – Stay active and healthy with access to our fully equipped fitness center
• Exclusive Product Discounts – Enjoy special savings on our products as part of our team!
• Growth & Career Advancement – Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Professional Mentorship – Learn from experienced professionals and grow your network.
• May include discretionary housing assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern