Engineering Co-op- Spring 2026

ABB; Selmer (TN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB in Selmer, TN offers an internship focused on continuous improvement. You will analyze processes, support data collection, and participate in Kaizen events to drive efficiency and safety.

You will work onsite or hybrid, develop SOPs with engineering teams, and gain CAD exposure (SolidWorks, AutoCAD). Applicants must be enrolled in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Eng and legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Intern must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze complex situations and develop strategic solutions.
• Effectively organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Exhibit the capability to manage several tasks at once while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Collaborate with team members to convey ideas, share information, and provide updates on project progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Support data collection and analysis for time studies, workflow optimization, and root cause investigations.
• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement process changes.
• Assist in designing tools, fixtures, or layouts using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Document findings and present recommendations to the engineering team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Task prioritization

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Eng

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

På ABB hjälper vi industrier att bli mer resurseffektiva och renare – och varje person här bidrar till resultaten. Du kommer att få möjlighet att leda, få stöd att växa och kunna vara stolt över den påverkan vi skapar tillsammans. Gå med oss och hjälp till att driva det som driver världen.

Denna position rapporterar till:

Continuous Improvement Manager

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As an intern, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through various projects. Each day, you will acquire knowledge by performing tasks as directed. You will also showcase your skills by supporting ABB’s operations and enhancing personal education/employment opportunities.

The work model for the role is onsite/hybrid in Selmer, TN.

You will be mainly accountable for:

• Assist in analyzing and improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

• Support data collection and analysis for time studies, workflow optimization, and root cause investigations.

• Participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.

• Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.

• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement process changes.

• Assist in designing tools, fixtures, or layouts using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).

• Document findings and present recommendations to the engineering team.

Qualifications for the role:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Intern must have reliable transportation to and from the worksite.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorshipnow and in the future.

• Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze complex situations and develop strategic solutions.

• Effectively organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

• Exhibit the capability to manage several tasks at once while maintaining high standards of quality.

• Collaborate with team members to convey ideas, share information, and provide updates on project progress.

Why ABB?

What's in it for you

We want you to bring your full self to work—your ideas, your energy, your ambition. You’ll have the tools and freedom to grow your skills, shape your path, and take on challenges that matter. Here, your work creates impact you can see and feel, every day.

ABB is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer for protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities at ABB.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their- sex (gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation), marital status, citizenship, age,race and ethnicity, inclusive of traits historically associated with race or ethnicity, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, religious creed, national origin, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal and state law.

For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following websites: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action Employer for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, applicants may request to review the plan of a particular ABB facility between the hours of 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. EST Monday through Friday by contacting an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762.

Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ABB's career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling an ABB HR Representative at 1-888-694-7762 or by sending an email to [e-mail]. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.

Internships at ABB within the United States are not eligible for company-sponsored medical benefits, 401(k) contributions, or paid time off.

The hourly rate is determined by things such as the successful applicant’s qualifications, graduation year and experience. This position is expected to pay between $20 - $34 per hour.

För att bygga en renare och smartare framtid krävs alla sorters människor: de nyfikna, de modiga och de kreativa. Därför välkomnar vi människor med alla bakgrunder och erfarenheter.

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