2027 Internship: Quality Engineering (Avilla, IN)

Textron; Avilla (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Textron’s Kautex internship in Avilla, Indiana offers hands-on experience in Quality Engineering. You will engage in customer concerns, PPAP paperwork preparation, tooling layout evaluation, and participation in product focus teams.

The role supports ongoing quality initiatives and requires studying engineering or related disciplines. The program emphasizes data integration, software basics, and MS Office with a focus on IATF system knowledge.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Systems Management or other related discipline.
• Preference given to candidates who possess skills in Data Integration, Software Development, Thermal Management, and Materials Science.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills required.

Responsibilities

• Customer Contact - Provide action to customer concerns, rejected material review analysis and reporting, attendance at product focus team meetings, evaluate initial tooling layouts, preparation of PPAP paperwork, sample preparation and follow up, review and update Customer Control Plans, communication of customer concerns within facility, corrective action reporting
• Quote Process - Review weight calculation for quote process
• General - Process sheet review and updates, record keeping, engineering change review, audit quality system, engineering or technical support for manufacturing problems, capability studies and gage studies
• Attend internal and external quality meetings
• Authority to investigate, assess and report on any nonconforming process or product
• Implement corrective actions or preventative actions for customer issues
• Understanding of IATF system requirements

Skills

Data Integration

Software Development

Thermal Management

Materials Science

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

2027 Internship: Quality Engineering (Avilla, IN)

Description

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what's possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We can`t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you

• Customer Contact - Provide action to customer concerns, rejected material review analysis and reporting, attendance at product focus team meetings, evaluate initial tooling layouts, preparation of PPAP paperwork, sample preparation and follow up, review and update Customer Control Plans, communication of customer concerns within facility, corrective action reporting

• Quote Process - Review weight calculation for quote process

• General - Process sheet review and updates, record keeping, engineering change review, audit quality system, engineering or technical support for manufacturing problems, capability studies and gage studies

• Attend internal and external quality meetings

• Authority to investigate, assess and report on any nonconforming process or product

• Implement corrective actions or preventative actions for customer issues

• Understanding of IATF system requirements

Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed:

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Systems Management or other related discipline

• Preference given to candidates who possess skills in Data Integration, Software Development, Thermal Management, and Materials Science

• Previous manufacturing experience an asset

• Microsoft application skills

• Excellent oral and written communications skills required

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Kautex
Primary Location: US-Indiana-Avilla
Job Function: Quality
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Internship / Co-Op
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 10:04:00 AM
Job Number: 342791