Automation Engineering Intern: Hands-On, On-Site in NC

Novonesis

Franklinton (LA)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Novonesis in Franklinton, NC is seeking an Automation Engineering Intern to join its automation team for a hands‑on 10‑week program. You will work on real projects to support and improve control systems across manufacturing processes.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. The role requires on‑site work, collaboration across cross‑functional teams, and a focus on reliability and efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

Pursuing bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills
Interest in industrial automation, batch programming, OT networks, and control system design
Ability to interpret technical information and diagnose system issues
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to arrange your own housing and transportation
Sophomore standing or higher; minimum 3.0 GPA

Responsibilities

Support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated manufacturing systems.
Assist with PLC, DCS HMI, SCADA, and process control system projects.
Analyze automation and production data to identify opportunities for process improvement.
Support automation upgrades, system modifications, and commissioning activities.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams.
Develop technical documentation, programming updates, reports, and system work instructions.
Assist with testing and validation of automation solutions.
Present project findings to site leadership.