Co-op - Engineering - Fall 2026

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, South Carolina is seeking a driven student to engage in projects focusing on defining process parameters and leading scrap reduction efforts. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, be pursuing a degree, and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience through job rotation and training within Schaeffler's dynamic manufacturing environment. Excellent communication skills and self-motivation are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA.

Responsibilities

• Define and document process parameters.
• Lead actions needed for scrap reduction.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent communication ability

Self-motivation

Problem-solving skills

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing an academic degree

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

The student will be provided a project description during the onboarding process. Project examples include:

• Defining and documenting process parameters
• Quantify and lead actions needed for scrap reduction

Participants should be responsible, able to work independently, and open to instruction.

• S/he will be given developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands‑on training, and exposure to Schaeffler's manufacturing and technological processes.
• Know and understand the current specifications of the Quality Policy and Procedures and contributes to the achievement of the quality objectives.

Your Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing an academic degree
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication ability (written & verbal)
• Extremely self‑motivated & driven to achieve results
• Assertive approach to solving problems
• Ability to prioritize
• The ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, and lift and move thirty pounds
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.