Industrial Engineering Technician Internships
Industrial engineering technician internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on project experience, mentorship from working industrial engineering technicians, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated in Automotive, Electronics & Hardware, and Banking & Financial Services, with UPS, BAE Systems USA, and Qnity among the employers posting roles now.
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Which is where you come in. Working at Schneider Electric means working toward a cleaner, better world. You're part of a global team built on inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, turning sustainability ambitions into actions.
What will you do?
- Conduct comprehensive time studies to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Assist in the implementation and development of 5S projects throughout the facility.
- Develop work instructions and visual aids to assist production and improve quality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Safety, to drive Industrialization project success.
- Preferred majors: Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Any prior internship/experience in manufacturing processes are a plus.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and other engineering tools are a plus.
- Knowledge of mechanical assembly processes is a plus.
- Currently local to the Red Oak, TX area
- Co-Ops cannot be enrolled in classes during the duration of the co-op
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The company does not provide sponsorship now or in the future.
Notice About the Use of Artificial Intelligence: Artificial intelligence may be used to analyze your interview responses or assessment activities to evaluate job-related qualifications, competencies, or characteristics for this position. Before beginning, please review the HireVue AI Explainability Statement and Artificial Intelligence in the SE Hiring Process notice. By selecting "I allow" in HireVue, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this information and consent to the use of artificial intelligence-assisted assessment as described. Where applicable, this notice is provided at least 10 business days before the assessment due date. You may request additional information, a reasonable accommodation, or an alternative assessment process through your recruiter.
At Schneider Electric, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $23.00-$29.50 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
Which is where you come in. Working at Schneider Electric means working toward a cleaner, better world. You're part of a global team built on inclusion, mastery, purpose, action, curiosity, and teamwork, turning sustainability ambitions into actions.
What will you do?
- Conduct comprehensive time studies to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Assist in the implementation and development of 5S projects throughout the facility.
- Develop work instructions and visual aids to assist production and improve quality.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Safety, to drive Industrialization project success.
- Preferred majors: Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Any prior internship/experience in manufacturing processes are a plus.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and other engineering tools are a plus.
- Knowledge of mechanical assembly processes is a plus.
- Currently local to the Red Oak, TX area
- Co-Ops cannot be enrolled in classes during the duration of the co-op
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The company does not provide sponsorship now or in the future.
Notice About the Use of Artificial Intelligence: Artificial intelligence may be used to analyze your interview responses or assessment activities to evaluate job-related qualifications, competencies, or characteristics for this position. Before beginning, please review the HireVue AI Explainability Statement and Artificial Intelligence in the SE Hiring Process notice. By selecting "I allow" in HireVue, you acknowledge that you have reviewed this information and consent to the use of artificial intelligence-assisted assessment as described. Where applicable, this notice is provided at least 10 business days before the assessment due date. You may request additional information, a reasonable accommodation, or an alternative assessment process through your recruiter.
At Schneider Electric, we believe that every employee is a talent who deserves equal opportunities. This means you matter. Every individual needs to feel valued, supported, and treated fairly to do their best work.
Our Total Rewards is our way of saying: “We see you. We value you”. It’s more than just pay and benefits- it’s a meaningful investment in you. It is designed for you to perform, grow, feel safe, and elevate your potential to shine as an impact maker.
For this U.S. based position, the expected pay range is USD $23.00-$29.50 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by reviewing roles of similar responsibility and level. Within the pay range, individual pay is determined by several factors including performance, knowledge, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schneider Electric is there when it matters most to you
Our Total Rewards package outlines all the benefits and support you’ll enjoy as part of the Schneider Electric team:
Grow Your Skills and Career. We support development through performance discussions, global opportunities, the Schneider Career Hub, and learning platforms like Coursera.
Team Up in the Workplace. We encourage collaboration, recognition, sharing your voice, and an inclusive workplace.
Support Your Community. We make a difference through volunteer leave, programs with the Schneider Electric Foundation, youth education initiatives, and military leave benefits.
If you believe this job posting is not compliant with applicable state pay transparency laws in the U.S., please notify the Company as soon as possible upon discovery by completing this form Job Posting Compliance Form.
(External) English Company Boiler Plate:
Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?
When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.
IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.
We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.
Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!
€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries
You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.
Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.
Industrial Engineering Technician Internship Market
Who's Hiring
- UPS10
- BAE Systems USA5
- Qnity3
- Dexter Axle3
- Collins Aerospace3
Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive
- Electronics & Hardware
- Banking & Financial Services
Tips for Your Industrial Engineering Technician Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think necessary
Large manufacturers and industrial operations companies recruit summer interns the preceding fall, closing cohorts well before spring. Smaller employers, government facilities, and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Checking listings in September and October for summer roles puts you ahead of most applicants.
Build a project portfolio before you apply
Hiring teams for industrial engineering technician interns expect limited work history, so documented projects do the work your resume cannot. Compile time-and-motion studies, process-flow diagrams, CAD layouts, or quality-improvement exercises from coursework. Name the tools used and show the output wherever possible, so recruiters have something concrete to evaluate.
Work your campus network alongside direct applications
Campus 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 alongside your campus activity widens the pool you reach and fills gaps the structured programs leave.
Practice your technical screen out loud
Industrial engineering technician intern interviews typically include a technical screen covering methods analysis, basic statistics, or process-improvement problem-solving. Practice working through problems out loud, explaining each step, because interviewers weigh how you reason as much as the final answer. Doing this with a classmate or in front of a camera before you apply sharpens both accuracy and delivery.
Target structured rotational and co-op programs early
Larger manufacturers and industrial companies run rotational or co-op programs built to train people new to the field, moving interns through quality, production, and facilities functions across a term. These programs recruit in the first recruiting wave and fill fast, so identify the ones that fit your school calendar and apply as soon as they open.
Set your work-type filter before you start
On-site roles are 89% of the industrial engineering technician internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start sorting through listings, then filter by location and work type so you are only reviewing roles you can actually accept.
Industrial Engineering Technician Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an industrial engineering technician internship?
Lead with coursework and personal projects rather than work history, since hiring teams expect limited experience at the intern level. A documented portfolio showing process improvement exercises, time-and-motion studies, or CAD layouts gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where industrial engineering recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can an industrial engineering technician internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for industrial engineering technician interns is delivering on real project work, fitting within team headcount when the internship ends, and understanding the employer's return-offer timeline early. Position for it by performing well and expressing interest, without counting on it as a certainty.
When should I apply for industrial engineering technician internships?
Earlier than most expect. Large manufacturers and industrial employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, often wrapping up offers before January. Smaller companies, government agencies, and co-op programs post closer to start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings regularly and setting alerts means you catch postings as soon as they go live.
Are industrial engineering technician internships paid?
Most professional industrial engineering technician internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show pay ranges where the employer chooses to disclose them. Unpaid internships exist primarily at nonprofits and very small shops, but they are the exception in manufacturing and industrial operations environments.
What should an industrial engineering technician internship resume include?
Lead with projects, not work history. Include two or three documented projects showing the tools used, the problem addressed, and where to see the output, such as a CAD portfolio, a process-flow diagram, a time-study analysis, or a lab report. Add relevant coursework in methods engineering, quality systems, or manufacturing processes. Keep the whole resume to one page.
Are there remote industrial engineering technician internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 11% of the industrial engineering technician internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts tend to fill fast once posted, so apply early and filter by work type to see them before they close.
Can international students get industrial engineering technician 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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