Associate Manufacturing Engineer Internships
Associate manufacturing engineer internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience on production lines and process improvement teams, mentorship from working engineers, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Electronics & Hardware, Manufacturing, and Automotive, with Tesla, CNH Industrial, and Eaton among the employers posting roles now.
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Eaton Corporation’s Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions group is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op to join our team. This position is a seasonal position based at our Sherman, TX facility and is scheduled to start in Spring 2027.
The hourly rate for this position is $22.15 - $27.69 per hour. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:
Position Overview:
Eaton Cooper B-Line is seeking a motivated and detailed oriented Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support the production of electrical enclosures. The selected candidate will play a key supporting role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the site’s processes. Through the analysis of performance data, identification of inefficiencies, and the implementation of strategic solutions, the ME Intern will support the site in achieving its goals. This role involves collaboration with various departments to foster a culture of innovation and improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the Manufacturing Engineering team to develop standard work instructions, perform time studies, develop operator loading and capacity charts.
- Assist with various continuous improvement and cost-out initiatives which may include participation in Kaizen or Rapid Improvement Events.
- Provide support for new product initiatives and production part validations.
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs.
Qualifications:
Basic (Required) Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university as a junior or senior pursuing a B.S degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (please do not round).
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Relocation is not provided for this role, the candidate must be located within 50 miles of Sherman, TX.
- Must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment and/or previous internship experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Skills:
Position Criteria:
- Proficient in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
- Collaborative and team focused.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
Eaton Corporation’s Global Energy Infrastructure Solutions group is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op to join our team. This position is a seasonal position based at our Sherman, TX facility and is scheduled to start in Spring 2027.
The hourly rate for this position is $22.15 - $27.69 per hour. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you’ll do:
Position Overview:
Eaton Cooper B-Line is seeking a motivated and detailed oriented Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support the production of electrical enclosures. The selected candidate will play a key supporting role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the site’s processes. Through the analysis of performance data, identification of inefficiencies, and the implementation of strategic solutions, the ME Intern will support the site in achieving its goals. This role involves collaboration with various departments to foster a culture of innovation and improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the Manufacturing Engineering team to develop standard work instructions, perform time studies, develop operator loading and capacity charts.
- Assist with various continuous improvement and cost-out initiatives which may include participation in Kaizen or Rapid Improvement Events.
- Provide support for new product initiatives and production part validations.
- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs.
Qualifications:
Basic (Required) Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an accredited university as a junior or senior pursuing a B.S degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (please do not round).
- Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
- Relocation is not provided for this role, the candidate must be located within 50 miles of Sherman, TX.
- Must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment and/or previous internship experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Skills:
Position Criteria:
- Proficient in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, Microsoft Office Programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
- Collaborative and team focused.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
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Tips for Your Associate Manufacturing Engineer Internship Search
Apply months before the internship starts
Large manufacturers and industrial employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall and close their cohorts before winter. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear throughout the year. Checking listings consistently means you catch both cycles.
Build a portfolio before you send applications
Recruiting teams for associate manufacturing engineer interns expect limited work history, so they evaluate candidates on tangible proof instead. Assemble two or three documented projects showing CAD work, process improvement analyses, or lab findings, with the tools used and outcomes stated clearly. That portfolio is what gets you a first-round screen.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Engineering career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center staff often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to companies running smaller cohorts at the same time widens the pool you can reach beyond what your campus alone surfaces.
Practice your technical screen out loud before applying
Associate manufacturing engineer intern interviews commonly include technical screens covering manufacturing processes, materials, tolerances, or basic CAD and GD&T concepts. Practice answering out loud and walking through your reasoning step by step, since interviewers weigh how you think through a problem as much as the final answer you land on.
Target structured rotational and cohort programs early
Larger manufacturers run rotational or university cohort programs built specifically to train people new to the field, and these programs recruit in the first wave of the hiring cycle. Identify the ones that align with your interests, confirm their application windows, and get your materials in during that first wave before cohort spots fill.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 94% of the associate manufacturing engineer internships listed here, so decide what you can commit to before you start reviewing openings. Filter by location and work type from the start so you are not spending time on roles you cannot take.
Associate Manufacturing Engineer Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an associate manufacturing engineer internship?
Lead with coursework and projects rather than work history, since recruiting teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A design or CAD portfolio, documented process improvement projects, or lab reports with clear methodology give recruiters something concrete to assess. Apply directly to company career pages and attend campus engineering career fairs, where recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an associate manufacturing engineer internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for associate manufacturing engineer interns is consistent delivery on real project work, the team's open headcount at the time you finish, and how early you signal interest in returning. Treat the internship as audition-quality work without counting on the outcome.
When should I apply for associate manufacturing engineer internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large manufacturers and industrial employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping up offers before winter break. Smaller companies and co-op programs post closer to actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly means you catch both recruiting cycles rather than missing the early wave entirely.
Are associate manufacturing engineer internships paid?
Most professional associate manufacturing engineer internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, so it isn't uniform across the field. Where an employer discloses pay, it appears directly in the listing, giving you a basis for comparison as you evaluate options.
What should an associate manufacturing engineer internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For associate manufacturing engineer candidates, that means design or CAD portfolios, process improvement case studies, or lab projects that name the tools used and show measurable outcomes. Add relevant coursework in manufacturing processes, materials, or quality systems. Keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote associate manufacturing engineer internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 6% of the associate manufacturing engineer internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill quickly once posted, so apply early. Use the work-type filter to surface remote and hybrid listings right away rather than sorting through every opening.
Can international students get associate manufacturing engineer internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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