Engineering Intern- Summer 2027

Eaton; Middlesex (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eaton Aerospace facility in Middlesex, NC is offering an Engineering/Continuous Improvement Intern role from May 2027 to August 2027. This 10-12 week paid internship focuses on manufacturing and process improvement, with hands-on projects that drive real impact.

Interns will work with Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and operators to reduce waste, perform time studies, and validate new equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an engineering program at NC State University.
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• This position involves ITAR-related information access; US person status required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and Operators to resolve manufacturing problems and remove waste/non-value added work.
• Actively participate in a Rapid Improvement Event.
• Implement Poka-Yoke(s) (Error Proofing Devices).
• Update BOMs (bills of material) and routers in the site's ERP system.
• Record time studies for manufacturing and Quality assurance processes.
• Assist with validation of new machines/equipment.

Skills

Manufacturing passion

Process improvement

Education

Engineering program at NC State University

Tools

Poka-Yoke

ERP system (BOMs/routers)

Job description

Requisition ID76574-Posted11/02/2026

The hourly rate for this position is $22.15per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

The Eaton Aerospace facility in Middlesex, NC is looking for an Engineering/Continuous Improvement Intern to join its team from May 2027 to August 2027. The person in this role needs to have a passion for manufacturing and process improvement.

You want to make an impact in the world. At Eaton, we’re solving some of the toughest challenges on the planet. Our internships hold true significance to our business. In turn, participants gain enriching and diverse experiences and work beside leaders to power their careers.

Yourcareer matters – and we’re here to make it work. Are you ready?

Over the course of this 10 to 12 week paid internship, students will engage in projects that hold tangible significance for our business. The Engineering/Continuous Improvement Internship at the Middlesex, NC site develops students through practical manufacturing and operations experiences.

Manufacturing Engineering and Continuous Improvement:

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Continuous Improvement, and Operators to resolve manufacturing problems and remove waste/non-value added work
• Actively participate in a Rapid Improvement Event
• Implement Poka-Yoke(s) (Error Proofing Devices)
• Update BOMs (bills of material) and routers in the sites ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system
• Record time studies for variety of manufacturing and Quality assurance processes
• Assist with validation of new machines/equipment

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must be enrolled in an engineering program at NC State University
• Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorshipnow and in the future

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of sophomore year by the start of internship
• Demonstratedleadership experience within campus and/or community

Skills:

Position Criteria:

• This role may include travel (up to 10%) within a local region as determined by the intern assignment manager
• The summer internship culminates with a formal presentation where students showcase their success stories to leaders of the facility and receive feedback on their performance

All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process.All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.

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