Controls Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Dematic; Grand Rapids, Wauwatosa (MI, WI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Global opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Dematic invites students to join its Future Talent Program as a Controls Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. You will work on a project with a dedicated team, assist CAD layout and electrical schematic tasks using Maestro and AutoCAD-E, and help prepare Bills of Materials.

You will also learn PLC basics and participate in on-site commissioning when required. The program emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and leadership development, with weekly professional sessions and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Full-time student at a U.S. college or university with at least one year completed.
• Pursuing Electrical Engineering degree and eager to learn engineering fundamentals.
• Interest in collaborating in cross-functional teams and hands-on project work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in routine planning and execution of engineering activities.
• Support project implementation with a designated team and CAD drawings.
• Help prepare material lists and learn PLC basics during the internship.
• Travel to job-sites to assist commissioning activities and gain field exposure.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Communication skills

MS Office

AutoCAD familiarity

Education

Electrical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Maestro

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Controls Engineering Intern - Summer 2027This website uses only functional cookies. Please click here for more information.# Career Opportunities## Controls Engineering Intern - Summer 2027Apply: Hybrid: Grand Rapids, MI, United States: Wauwatosa, WI, United States: Posted Today: JR-0098968Join the Future Talent Program Internship at Dematic and ignite your career with innovation and learning! Are you eager to kick-start your career in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Dematic is excited to welcome the next wave of innovators to our Future Talent Program. This internship is crafted for those who are passionate about inspiring change and ready to leave their mark on the world. #LifeAtDematic. As a Dematic intern, you will participate in a team-based Innovation Challenge where you will dive into an inspiring, collaborative experience with your intern cohort. You'll solve real-world problems, brainstorm groundbreaking solutions, and bring your ideas to life with the support of our expert coaches! You will engage in weekly professional developments sessions led by Dematic leaders, designed to hone your professional skills. From effective communication to critical thinking, these sessions are your steppingstones to becoming a leader of tomorrow. Enjoy the flexibility of self-paced learning, with access to a wealth of knowledge that will bolster your expertise and confidence, tailored to complement your hands-on experience. Dematic provides internships as a launchpad for your career. We have a global presence and are dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Join us to make a positive impact on our business, customers, and planet!# **We offer:*** Career Development* Competitive Compensation and Benefits* Pay Transparency* Global Opportunities Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offerDematic Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The hourly rate for this role, at the time of posting, is estimated to be within the range below based on class standing. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, experience, knowledge, and skills. Sophomore: $20 - $24 per hourJunior: $21 - $27 per hourSenior: $23 - $29 per hourMaster's: $26 - $33 per hour# **Tasks and Qualifications:****Job Duties:**Provides assistance in routine planning and execution of Engineering activities:* Will be assigned a project implementation team to work with.* Working with the Controls CAD team, assist in the development of Layout and Electrical Schematic Drawings using Maestro and Autocad-E.* Assist in the preparation of Bill of Material creation.* Gain familiarity with the various controls components used in the system design and where to place them on the layouts and schematics.* Learn the basics of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s) and how to program them.* Travel to job-sites to commission equipment/systems.* Seeks advice and guidance on nonroutine or problem areas from others.* Identifies problems as they occur and takes appropriate steps to solve them in situations where the problem is not difficult or complex. **What We’re Looking For:*** **Innovative Thinkers**: Individuals who dare to think boldly and are not afraid to challenge the status quo.* **Extraordinary Teammates:** Individuals ready to learn from and contribute to a diverse team.* **Self-Starters**: Candidates who are committed to personal growth and continuous learning.* **Future Leaders:** Individuals who seek to build a career that goes beyond a regular job and is driven by their passion. **Qualifications:*** You must be a full-time student at an accredited U.S. college or university.* Actively pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering.* Completion of at least one (1) year of undergraduate work. **Preferred Qualifications:*** Interested in working in collaborative teams.* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.* Demonstrates a basic knowledge of professional principles and skills.* Effectively uses fundamental concepts and procedures of Engineering and Administration.* Proficient at Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)* Proactive, diligent, self-motivated.* Experience or familiarity with AutoCAD or modeling program is preferred.* Participate in various Future Talent Programming events, such as weekly professional development sessions, a team-based innovation challenge and endless development opportunities. #LI-RW1### About us**Dematic** is a global leader in supply chain automation solutions featuring advanced technologies and software that empower and sustain customer operations. With research and development engineering centers, manufacturing facilities, and service centers located in more than 26 countries, the Dematic global network of approximately 10,000 employees has integrated and supported automation solutions for many of the world’s leading brands. Headquartered in Atlanta, Dematic is a member of KION, one of the world’s leading suppliers of industrial trucks and supply chain solutions**.**KION is shaping world trade – globally, regionally, locally – and ensures that its customers’ supply chains reach their full potential: efficient, smart, sustainable, and reliable with real-time traceability and high delivery speed. The company’s full spectrum of services includes industrial trucks, integrated automation technologies, AI-based solutions, and software as well as all related services. KION’s supply chain solutions enable the smooth flow of materials and information in our customers’ warehouses, production plants, and distribution centers in over 100 countries worldwide. The MDAX listed group is the largest manufacturer of industrial trucks in the EMEA region based on the number of units sold in 2023. Based on revenue for the year 2023, KION is the leading overseas manufacturer in China, and including domestic manufacturers, the third-largest supplier there. In the warehouse automation market, KION is the world’s leading provider based on 2023 revenue. At the end of 2024, more than 1.9 million industrial trucks of KION were in use by customers from all manner of sectors and of varying sizes on six continents. The group currently has more than 42,000 employees and generated revenue of approx. € 11.5 billion in the 2024 financial year.