Engineering Intern: Manufacturing & Product Engineering

Parker Hannifin; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Parker is offering an Engineering Intern Program designed to develop emerging talent through hands-on exposure to manufacturing and product engineering. Interns will support real projects that improve shop-floor processes, assist with drawings and updates, and help identify ways to improve quality, efficiency, and workflow.

This paid internship includes measurable goals, mentorship, and practical experience across engineering disciplines, with potential pathways to leadership development.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical (Machine Controls) Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Demonstrated leadership through projects, clubs, work, or volunteer activities.
• Interest in working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Desire to learn both manufacturing and product engineering functions.

Responsibilities

• Split time between Manufacturing Engineering and Product Engineering assignments.
• Support production-floor process improvements, equipment methods, and workflow projects.
• Assist with product and equipment drawings and engineering documentation.
• Help evaluate and troubleshoot production improvement opportunities.
• Participate in hands-on projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, or efficiency.
• Support manufacturing systems, data reporting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operators to understand needs.
• Attend training and apply Parker engineering processes to assigned work.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Electrical (Machine Controls) Eng

Industrial Engineering

Education

Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering

Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering

Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Parker is offering an Engineering Intern Program designed to develop emerging talent through hands-on exposure to manufacturing and product engineering. Interns will support real projects that improve shop-floor processes, assist with drawings and updates, and help identify ways to improve quality, efficiency, and workflow.

This paid internship includes measurable goals, mentorship, and practical experience across engineering disciplines, with potential pathways to leadership development.