Engineering Internship

Marathon Electric – Motors and Generators; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Marathon Electric is seeking motivated engineering students for its Summer Engineering Internship Program at our onsite facility in Wausau, WI. This hands-on internship provides real-world manufacturing experience, allowing you to apply academic knowledge to meaningful projects.

Interns work with cross-functional teams, support process improvements, analyze data, and present a capstone project detailing their contributions and learnings at the end of the program.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field).
• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support engineering or product-related projects within manufacturing, operations, or product development.
• Assist with process improvements, data analysis, and problem-solving initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and supply chain.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (lean manufacturing, efficiency gains, etc.).
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support decision-making.
• Present findings and recommendations as part of a final capstone project.

Skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

About The Opportunity

Marathon Electric is seeking motivated and driven engineering students to join our Summer Engineering Internship Program. This hands-on internship provides real-world experience in a manufacturing environment, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge to meaningful projects that impact our business.

Location: Onsite in Wausau, WI

Pay Rate: $20.00 - $25.00/Hour

We Are Currently Hiring

• Quality Engineering Intern
• Mechanical Engineering Intern
• Manufacturing Engineering Intern
• Product Management Intern

Throughout the summer, interns will work closely with experienced professionals and cross-functional teams, gaining exposure to our products, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives.

At the conclusion of the program, each intern will present a capstone project showcasing their contributions and learnings.

What You’ll Do

• Support engineering or product-related projects within manufacturing, operations, or product development
• Assist with process improvements, data analysis, and problem-solving initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and supply chain
• Participate in continuous improvement activities (lean manufacturing, efficiency gains, etc.)
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support decision-making
• Present findings and recommendations as part of a final capstone project

What We’re Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
• Rising sophomore, junior, or senior preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel preferred)
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Why Join Marathon Electric?

• Hands-on experience with real engineering and product challenges
• Exposure to a leading manufacturer of motors and generators
• Mentorship from experienced professionals across multiple disciplines
• Opportunity to build your network and gain career-ready skills
• Competitive pay for the duration of the internship

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

WEG is an Equal Opportunity and Aff ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WEG is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. WEG is committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [e-mail]. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters

Founded in 1961, WEG is a global electric-electronic equipment company, operating mainly in the capital goods sector with solutions in electric machines, automation and paints for several sectors, including infrastructure, steel, pulp and paper, oil and gas, mining, among many others.

WEG stands out in innovation by constantly developing solutions to meet the major trends in energy efficiency, renewable energy and electric mobility. With manufacturing units in 17 countries and present in more than 135 countries, the company has more than 45,000 employees worldwide.

WEG’s net revenue reached R$ 32.5 billion in 2023, 52.9% from outside Brazil.

Our business areas are divided as follows.

Industrial Electro-Electronic Equipment

This area includes electric motors, drives and industrial automation equipment and services, and maintenance services. Electric motors and other related equipment find applications in practically all industrial segments, in equipment such as compressors, pumps and fans, for example.

Energy Generation, Transmission and Distribution (GTD)

Products and services included in this area are electric generators for hydraulic and thermal power plants (biomass), hydro turbines (small hydroelectric plants or PCH, and hydroelectric generators or CGH)), wind turbines, transformers, substations, control panels and system integration services.

Commercial and Appliance Motors

In this business area, our focus is the market of single phase motors for durable consumer goods, such as washing machines, air conditioners, water pumps, among others.

Paints and Varnishes

In this area, which includes liquid paints, powder paints, and electro-insulating varnishes, we have a very clear focus on industrial applications in Brazil and are expanding to Latin America and other regions.

WEG is an Equal Opportunity and Aff ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WEG is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. WEG is committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. If you'd like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please email [e-mail]. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please email [e-mail]. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters