Engineering Co-op: Hands-On Plant Systems & Projects

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 24,797,000 - 33,062,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company invites applications for a 15-week Engineering Co-op at our Kankakee, Illinois site starting January 2027. The program partners with the site Engineering Managers to support day-to-day tasks and special projects, contributing to department goals.

Co-ops will gain hands-on experience across equipment analysis, installations, and process improvements. Selected students will interact with colleagues, access confidential information as needed, and deliver a final

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work without sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Must be enrolled in a college/university
• Must be pursuing an Engineering Degree with sophomore standing or higher
• Preferred: at least 1 year of experience using Microsoft Office products
• Preferred: degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
• Preferred: team-oriented experience including leadership roles
• Willingness to relocate for future opportunities

Responsibilities

• Assist the Engineering Manager with equipment analysis
• Assist with new installations and facility revisions
• Develop drawings and specifications for equipment layout
• Investigate new plant engineering processes and techniques
• Handle special projects identified by the Engineering Team
• Present final rotation summary to site, program, and division leadership

Skills

Leadership experience

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree, sophomore or higher

Pursuing Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Company invites applications for a 15-week Engineering Co-op at our Kankakee, Illinois site starting January 2027. The program partners with the site Engineering Managers to support day-to-day tasks and special projects, contributing to department goals.

Co-ops will gain hands-on experience across equipment analysis, installations, and process improvements. Selected students will interact with colleagues, access confidential information as needed, and deliver a final