Engineering Intern Chelsea Products Division

Parker Hannifin; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin is seeking an Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing operations and product design in Olive Branch, Mississippi. You will work with professionals to learn core engineering processes and develop skills for a future engineering path within Parker.

The role emphasizes design, testing, and collaboration across engineering disciplines, with opportunities to explore leadership development programs and direct-hire roles.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Engineering coursework completion is expected.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities are essential.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and evaluation of product development processes for new and existing components.
• Participate in hands-on projects and testing procedures.
• Support engineering analysis, modeling, and testing activities.
• Communicate with leadership on project progress and improvements.

Skills

Problem solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Inventor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Start your journey with Parker and shape a better tomorrow! We're looking for inquisitive thinkers and resourceful problem solvers who are looking to grow with us. As an Engineering intern you will gain valuable hands‑on experience and broaden your understanding of manufacturing operations and/or product design while learning from engineering professionals and building your professional network. Our Engineering internships are designed to stretch students professionally and help them gain foundational skills that serve as a strong pathway to full‑time opportunities. Throughout the internship, you will have opportunities to explore career options and learn about applying for the Parker Engineering Leadership Development Program and other available direct‑hire engineering roles.

The Chelsea Products Division is the market leader in Power Take-Off (PTO) products for the truck and vocational markets. Our products are durable, reliable, and built to last. We help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges by living our purpose: Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow. We believe that our team members are our key assets and that a diverse workforce is a driving force to bring our purpose to life. We foster a culture where every team member feels safe, included, and empowered. We all belong, we all matter, and we all make a difference.

We have an exciting opening for an Engineering Intern in Olive Branch, Mississippi. This position includes participation in the design and evaluation of product development processes for both new and existing components, or a system of components, to provide improvements in cost, enhance performance, create and conduct product testing procedures, or improve manufacturability using fundamental principles of mechanical, electrical, industrial, or other engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• Acquire knowledge of the engineering department's operations, functions, responsibilities, and workflow
• Observe work assignments performed by others and actively participate in hands‑on projects and/or special assignments
• Use engineering skills to conduct analysis and modeling, engage in product design, develop and execute testing procedures, and participate in product development engineering work
• Maintain regular communication with leadership to provide feedback on departmental assignments and program improvements
• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. Examples include but are not limited to: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Engineering Technology degrees will not be considered for this role.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Requires completion of engineering coursework
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Professional demeanor with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Active listener, displays genuine curiosity and maintains a growth mindset
• Adaptable, collaborative and willing to participate in a variety of engineering assignments
• Enthusiastic while working through challenges and making progress on open‑ended assignments
• Innovative, possessing skills necessary to investigate and research new topics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; Experience with engineering tools such as Solidworks and Inventor is preferred
• Campus leadership experience is preferred
• Experience working on team‑based projects or in a manufacturing, engineering or operation environment is preferred

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in‑plant & industrial equipment, off‑highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people‑first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

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Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.