2027 Summer Engineering Co-Op - Moline, IL

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking a 15-week Engineering Co-op in Moline, Illinois, beginning May 2027. Co-ops will work with the site Engineering Managers on daily tasks and special projects aligned to department goals.

Responsibilities include equipment analysis, new installations, drawings/specifications, and evaluating new plant processes. You will present a final rotation summary to leadership at site, program, and division levels.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be enrolled in college/university during the Co-op program.
• Pursuing an Engineering Degree with sophomore standing or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist site Engineering Managers with day-to-day tasks and special projects.
• Assist with equipment analysis, new installations, and facility revisions.
• Develop drawings and specifications for equipment layout.
• Investigate new plant engineering processes and techniques.
• Handle special projects identified by the Engineering Team.
• Present final rotation summary to site, program, and division leadership.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Engineering mindset

Education

Pursuing Engineering Degree (sophomore or higher)

Job description

The Engineering Co-op Program is a 15-week program hosted by the Engineering Department. Co-ops will assist the site Engineering Managers with day-to-day tasks and special projects, contributing to the goals and initiatives of the department.

This Co-op begins May 2027, and the identified co-op will report to our Moline, Illinois site.

Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and business relationships.

The Engineering Co-op will assist the Engineering Manager with:

• Equipment analysis
• New installations and facility revisions
• Developing drawings and specifications for equipment layout
• Investigation of new plant engineering processes and techniques
• Special projects as identified by the Engineering Team
• Present final presentation at the end of rotation to site, program, and division leadership

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Must be currently enrolled ina college or university at the time of the Co-op program
• Must be currently pursuing an Engineering Degree with sophomore standing or higher

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have at least one (1) year of experience using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and/or Outlook)
• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
• Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.
• Have at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams
• Have at least one (1) year of work experience in a manufacturing, distribution, operations function or have completed a Sherwin-Williams Development Program in an Engineering function
• Have previous internship or Co-op experience in the Sherwin-Williams Global Supply Chain Division
• Willingness to relocate for future job opportunities