Weld Engineering Co-op/Intern - Fall 2026

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. • Timmonsville, SC

12d • $27 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

Weld Engineering Co-op/Intern – Fall 2026 This job description reflects potential openings for the Fall 2026 Co-op/Internship Session (August - December). This is a general job description and represents multiple openings in various departments. Honda offers both single and multi-semester co-ops and internships. College students must apply to the requisition pertaining to their major and semester of interest Please note: Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered. More about the Weld Engineering Co-op/Intern at Honda The below descriptions reflect potential environments and duties within our various Weld Engineering Co-op/Intern positions that we offer. Work environments and projects may include but are not limited to: Manufacturing: Welding various materials together via various welding processes (Resistance Spot welding as the primary) via structured test developed by Honda associates. Destructive analysis of the welded samples (Cross sections and tensile tester use). This includes sample preparation for Macrograph analysis. Data logging and analysis to create lab reports for explanation of results. Material management for testing and general support of other processes in the weld lab, including testing consumables. General support on projects as needed. Attend meetings, work on project activities, problem analysis, write technical reports, troubleshoot manufacturing or quality problems, and communicate to internal/external customers.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• General Business Coursework
• Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA or higher (You will be required to provide your current transcript)
• Class status- Sophomore (by credit hour) or above
• Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week
• Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program studying Welding Engineering or related field.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis)
• Ability to secure own transportation to and from work each day
• Regular in-person attendance is required, and transportation issues will not be excused.

Nice To Haves

• Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD)
• Computer-Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application
• Manufacturing related coursework

Responsibilities

• Welding various materials together via various welding processes (Resistance Spot welding as the primary) via structured test developed by Honda associates.
• Destructive analysis of the welded samples (Cross sections and tensile tester use).
• Sample preparation for Macrograph analysis.
• Data logging and analysis to create lab reports for explanation of results.
• Material management for testing and general support of other processes in the weld lab, including testing consumables.
• General support on projects as needed.
• Attend meetings, work on project activities, problem analysis, write technical reports, troubleshoot manufacturing or quality problems, and communicate to internal/external customers.

Benefits

• Housing Accommodations: Honda offers housing at a shared cost or a housing stipend based on location for our Co-ops and Interns. It is not required to opt-in to, but is available should you need housing at the time of your Co-op/ Internship with Honda.
• Honda Business Resource Groups: One of the ways Honda gives diversity a voice is through its business resource groups. The associate-led, company-supported groups have members aligned across different dimensions of diversity such as gender, ethnicity, ability, life stage and experiences. The groups provide networking opportunities, a chance to give back and professional development. Some groups have even given feedback on Honda products, making them more appealing to all. Embracing all views is what will drive us into the future. Honda wants passionate, driven people to be a part of that future.
• Performance Feedback: Honda Co-ops and Interns will have the opportunity to receive informal and formal feedback from their leaders, ask questions and express future interest in a scheduled mid-term and final evaluation.
• Mentorship: Each Co-op/Intern is assigned a mentor in your department to help you navigate your time at Honda.
• On-site Wellness Center: Co-ops and Interns have access to join our Wellness Centers (varies by location). Our Wellness Centers are full gyms equipped with cardio machines, weights, basketball courts, pools, dieticians, personal trainers and group fitness classes.
• Paid overtime: Co-ops and Interns will receive 1.5 times their hourly rate of pay for any overtime worked.
• Consideration for full time employment: Our Cooperative Learning Internships program is utilized as a talent pipeline for our full time positions!
• Hourly Wage Range: $27.22-$35.22

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern