Engineering Intern

Southwire Company; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan (≥1,

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

The Engineering Intern will support the manufacturing floor at Southwire Company, LLC, applying classroom knowledge to real-world improvements. You will design, install, and commission machine improvements while managing multiple small projects, schedules, and budgets with guidance from experienced engineers.

Internships run 10–12 weeks (co-ops 16–18 weeks), featuring onboarding, mentorship, and opportunities for future full-time roles.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in engineering
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Up-to-date awareness of sustainability issues, best practices, and trends
• Proven working experience in a team environment
• Experience in systems thinking and process management
• Strong organization, planning and analytical skills
• Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Responsibilities

• Provide process support alongside senior engineering staff
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance staff as required
• Complete short-term projects as assigned (ideation, design, budgeting, execution)
• Work with vendors, internal labor, & contractors to complete assigned projects
• Coordinate with plant management groups to complete projects on schedule

Skills

Engineering student

Strong communication

Project coordination

Analytics

Education

Engineering student enrollment

Tools

Excel

Job description

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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible?

Location:Heflin, AL

Shift: May 17th - Aug 6th 

Pay Rate: $20.00– $23.00

Job Description

Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

“real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what’s possible?

Key Responsibilities

• Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and

  will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

• You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational

  leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

• You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and

  offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

• You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to

  a world-class program community.

• Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Long Description

Internship Summary

The Engineering Intern will provide process support on the manufacturing floor. Will design, install, and commission various machine improvements. Will be responsible for managing 2-3 small technical projects simultaneously over the internship. Will be responsible for producing accurate schedules and budgets for the same. Will support maintenance staff as required.

Description of Responsibilities

• Provide process support alongside senior engineering staff
• Provide technical assistance to maintenance staff as required
• Complete short-term projects as assigned (ideation, design, budgeting, execution)
• Work with vendors, internal labor, & contractors to complete assigned projects
• Coordinate with plant management groups to complete projects on schedule

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in engineering
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
• Up-to-date awareness of sustainability issues, best practices, and trends
• Proven working experience in a team environment
• Experience in systems thinking and process management
• Strong organization, planning and analytical skills

Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Flexible Work Schedules

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.