Controls Engineering Internship/Co-op

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is offering a part-time, paid Controls Engineering Internship/Co-Op in Auburn Hills, MI from May 2027 through August 2027. You will assist and support engineers across Applications, Controls, Mechanical, and Build teams to design, build, program, and deploy custom automated equipment.

The role emphasizes a willingness to learn, flexibility, and teamwork. Applicants should be a high school graduate or equivalent and currently enrolled in an engineering

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent; currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree.
• Willingness to learn and flexible attitude to a fast-moving automation environment.
• Basic CAD skills and familiarity with electrical/pneumatic schematic drawing.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support Controls Engineers on projects within a multi-discipline team.
• Learn and perform basic programming tasks for automation systems.
• Collaborate with Applications, Controls, Mechanical and Build teams to design and deploy equipment.

Skills

CAD

Electrical schematics

Programming basics

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School graduate or equivalent; enrolled in engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

## Controls Engineering Internship/Co-opApply: Onsite: Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States: Part time: Posted Today: R0143858**Location:**Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States**Job ID:**R0143858**Date Posted:**2026-10-05**Company Name:**ESYS AUTOMATION, LLC**Profession (Job Category):**Administration & Facilities**Job Schedule:**Part time**Remote:**No**Job Description:****Our future starts with you.** The working term for this position will be from May 2027 through August 2027. **Location:** Auburn Hills, MI**Internship Type:** Full-Time, Paid As a **Controls Engineering Intern/Co-Op**,you will assist and support other Controls Engineers. Learn from some of the most dedicated and technically competent engineers in the Automation Industry. JR Automation drives change by learning and innovating faster than anyone else. As a member of a project team, you’ll work alongside our Applications, Controls, Mechanical, and Build teams to support the design, build, program, and deployment of custom automated equipment. **What You’ll Do:*** Requires a willingness to learn and the ability to be flexible.* Expected that many tasks asked will be learning experiences, and experienced team members will provide proper instruction.* Expected to make positive contributions to the company in response to the training provided.* Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.* Learn and perform basic programming skills. **Note: This** list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities. **What You’ll Bring:*** High School graduate, or equivalent.* Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree. **Skills You’ll Have:*** Basic proficiency in CAD.* Basic knowledge of electrical/pneumatic schematic drawing packages.* Basic proficiency in programming languages.* Strong teamwork and communication skills.* Computer literacy in Excel, Word, and Outlook.**Disclaimer:** JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check. **Company Overview:** At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.J*oin our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.**Fueled by Possible.****Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities*****If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to [e-mail]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.**