2027 Summer Internship Program - Controls Engineering

Trex; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Trex Company invites a Controls Engineering Intern to join our summer program at our Winchester, VA site. The internship focuses on PLC, SCADA and data historian work, providing exposure to plant control systems and data analysis.

You will interact with Trex engineers and production personnel in a hands-on industrial setting. Eligible students are pursuing a 4-year degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or CS/Eng, must be rising juniors or seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA, and

Qualifications

• Must be a rising Junior or Senior in a 4-year program.
• Must maintain at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to work on-site full time at Winchester, VA.

Responsibilities

• Controls Engineering Intern will perform PLC, SCADA and Historian work with plant control systems, data acquisition, analysis and reporting, and assist engineers with routine tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong computer skills

Team collaboration

Education

4-year accredited degree (Industrial Eng / Electrical Eng / Computer Science & Eng)

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Historian

Job description

2027 Summer Internship Program - Controls Engineering

• Posted on September 3, 2026

Locations

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Winchester, VA 22602, USA

• On-site
• Rate : $20 USD per hour
• Human Resources
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: 2026S004079

Description

Trex Company, the world’s number one decking and railing brand, and leader in high-performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products, is seeking a Controls Engineering Intern to take part in our summer internship program. As an Engineering Intern you will work in an industrial environment, and you must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Interns should be comfortable using a computer and expect to interact with Trex engineers and production operations personnel.

• Controls Engineering Interns will complete PLC, SCADA and Historian work with plant control systems, data acquisition, analysis and reporting, and assist engineers with other routine tasks.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited degree program in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science and Engineering, or a related field. The ideal candidate needs to have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work under tight deadlines. This person should be consistently focused on improving Trex’s business needs.

• Must be a rising Junior or Senior
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Must be able to work on-site full time at our Winchester VA location

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what’s next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing – all proudly manufactured in the U.S.A. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country and caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

At Trex, you’ll become part of a diverse yet unified team who sustain the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader—learning, adapting, solving and succeeding. We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

Being a leader means persevering even when there’s not a road map; embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt and innovate—always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There’s an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you’ve been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise—enhancing your career, your team, and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

EEO

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

E-VERIFY

Trex participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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