Cook Inc. Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Spencer, Indiana

Cook Medical Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

401(k) matching

Fitness center access

Learning events

Job summary

Cook Inc. in Spencer, Indiana invites engineering students for a Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-op. The 16-week rotation offers hands-on projects in process improvement, production, and quality engineering with mentorship and real-world impact in medical device manufacturing.

The program includes a housing stipend, 401(k), fitness center access, learning events, capstone presentation, and formal mentorship. Enrolled students entering Sophomore to Senior year are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Student entering Sophomore to Senior year or Graduate student in Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; proof of enrollment required.
• Onsite internship with 16-week rotation in Manufacturing Engineering at Spencer, IN.

Responsibilities

• Support projects in various Manufacturing Engineering areas: Process Improvement, Production, QA, and data analytics.
• Produce project deliverables and documentation.
• Adhere to QMS and regulatory requirements (FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485).
• Maintain training requirements and seek growth opportunities.
• Collaborate across levels of the global organization and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Written communication

Education

College/University student entering Sophomore, Junior or Senior year

Graduate student enrolled in Engineering

GPA 3.0 preferred

Job description

Cook Inc. Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Spencer, Indiana

Requisition ID 2026-19436

Posting Date 19 hours ago (10/2/2026 3:44 PM)

Job Location(s): Spencer IN United States

Job Locations: US-IN-Spencer

Travel Less than 10%

Shift Type 1st shift

Position Type Co-op

Company Cook Inc - Spencer

Category Co-Op

Overview

The Spring Engineering Co-op Program is a paid internship experience located in Spencer, Indiana. We offer a 16-week rotation with assignments in Manufacturing Engineering. This position includes a housing stipend, 401(k), fitness center access, learning events, capstone presentation, and more. All Co-op positions are assigned a direct mentor and each position provides real-world experience with meaningful projects in the medical device manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Co-Ops may be involved in projects in the following areas: Process Improvement; Test Method Validation; Production; Continuous Improvement; Process Technology; Manufacturing Transfer; Supplier; Sustaining; Engineering Test Lab; Sustaining Materials; Quality Engineering; Quality Data Analytics; Research and Development
• Utilize engineering knowledge to produce project deliverables / documents
• Adhere to the Quality Management System (QMS) and its processes to meet FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Must maintain all training requirements for the position, while seeking out opportunities for continuous development and growth
• Must work and interact effectively and professionally with and for others throughout various levels of the global organization
• Must strictly adhere to safety requirements
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance
• Must maintain company quality and quantity standards
• Must have effective communication skills and ability to work in collaborative and independent work situations and environments with minimal supervision
• Ability to remain calm and receptive in fast paced situations

Qualifications

• College/University student entering Sophomore, Junior or Senior year the following Fall Semester or Graduate student enrolled in Engineering.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred.
• All candidates must provide proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university

Physical Requirements:

• Onsite position that works under general office environmental conditions
• Sitting for extended periods, utilizes close visual acuity for working with computers, equipment, etc.
• Experience recording and analyzing data and clearly expressing conclusions and recommendation in writing
• Occasionally lifting with minimal exertion during shift
• Personal protective equipment including safety glasses, lab coat and gloves may be required in some areas associated with this position

“We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer for minorities, women, protected veterans, disabled individuals, and any other protected class.”

Cook will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state/province and local law.