AFL Engineering Co-Op- Summer 2027

America Fujikura Ltd.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate Housing

Gas Stipend

Great Pay

401K Company match (up to 4%)

Job summary

AFL in South Carolina invites Engineering Co-ops to join a rotating program across process, manufacturing, design, development and quality engineering. Starts Summer 2027 with mentorship and monthly coordination.

Corporate housing is provided for non-locals, plus a gas stipend for long commutes. The program offers hands-on experience, competitive pay and exposure to industry-leading fiber optic technologies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
• Sophomore standing with minimum 2.75 GPA.
• Interest in manufacturing processes and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies and map value streams to improve processes on the floor.
• Analyze data, process flows, and routings to develop improvements.
• Document results and present recommendations to management.
• Assist Development Engineers in design and production activities.
• Collaborate with test engineers to design and build fixtures for fiber optic testing.
• Create CAD drawings or 3-D models for concept designs.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Detail-oriented

MS Office

Data analysis software

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial/Mechanical Eng

Tools

CAD software

MS Office

Data analysis software

Job description

AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $4B in revenue, and employ approximately 12,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train each individual, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.

The positions will provide technical assistance supporting AFL in the areas of process, continuous improvement, manufacturing, design, development, applications, and quality engineering.

The Engineering Co-ops will rotate from college and AFL each semester. During the rotations, the co-ops will be assigned to different areas each semester allowing the co-op to gain experience in different areas of engineering.

The Engineering Co-ops will be assigned to work with a senior engineer or manager. The Engineering co-ops will also be supported with monthly meetings and mentorship with the Co-op Coordinator.

Available starting semesters: Summer 2027 (May 2027)

What We Offer!

• Corporate Housing- AFL offers corporate housing to all non-local students free of charge!
• Gas Stipend- for those students who are driving more than 50 miles, AFL will offer a gas stipend to alleviate some of that financial burden
• Great Pay!
• 401K Company match (up to 4%- dollar for dollar)

Responsibilities may include:

• Research and provide input on manufacturing process-related issues.
• Partner with Process Engineering teams to support production line improvements — conduct time studies, map value streams, and help implement and validate process changes on the manufacturing floor.
• Analyze manufacturing data, process flows, and material routings to develop improvement recommendations.
• Document and report results of process improvement recommendations to management.
• Assist Development Engineers in the design and production of products.
• Work with the Test Engineer to design, develop, and build test fixtures to support fiber optic testing to industry specifications.
• Learn test procedures and work alongside technical associates to perform testing utilizing a variety of testing and inspection equipment.
• Create CAD drawings or 3-D models of concept designs, and submit to suppliers for quotation.
• Perform fiber optic testing to troubleshoot product design and processing anomalies.
• Participate in fiber optic training sessions.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• At least Sophomore standing with a minimum 2.75 GPA

Competencies for success:

• Display a willingness to learn
• Detail – oriented
• Proficient in MS Office
• Proficient in data analysis software programs
• Proficient with CAD software

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