Automation Applications Engineer Intern (Paid)

Hitachi, Ltd.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

On-site Holland, MI

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is offering an Applications Engineering Intern/Co-Op in Holland, MI for May–August 2027. You’ll assist design, build, and deployment of custom automation equipment while collaborating with multiple engineering teams.

As an intern, you’ll create CAD models, run timing studies, prepare quotes, and learn the automation industry from dedicated engineers. Applicants should be currently enrolled in an engineering program and have CAD basics.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree.
• High School graduate, or equivalent.
• Basic CAD and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of applications engineers to design custom automation lines for customers nationwide in a variety of industries.
• Collaborate with applications, mechanical, and controls engineers to brainstorm and vet automation solutions.
• Create CAD models, conduct automation timing studies, and prepare quote materials for customers.
• Communicate directly with customers to gather requirements, show concept designs, and guide them through the automation process.
• Reach out to vendors for product quotes and subject matter expertise.
• Develop, build, and present an intern project to general management and applications team.

Skills

CAD

Schematic drawing

Excel/Office

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Pursuing engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is offering an Applications Engineering Intern/Co-Op in Holland, MI for May–August 2027. You’ll assist design, build, and deployment of custom automation equipment while collaborating with multiple engineering teams.

As an intern, you’ll create CAD models, run timing studies, prepare quotes, and learn the automation industry from dedicated engineers. Applicants should be currently enrolled in an engineering program and have CAD basics.