Engineering Internship/Co-op Summer 2027

Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate Housing

Job summary

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. invites motivated students to join its Engineering Internship/Co-op program in Dalton, Georgia, for Summer 2027. Participants will rotate through Shaw's manufacturing operations, work with experienced engineers, and contribute to real-world projects on site.

You will gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional development while building a foundation for a successful engineering career in a global flooring company.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and working on a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Operations, Chemical, Materials, Automation, or a related engineering field.
• Must have completed at least 3 or more semesters of college coursework.
• If you are a co-op, you must be registered with your university's official co-op program or career services office.
• Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5; Full-time student status highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Students will rotate between school/work or work sequentially, onsite in Shaw's manufacturing operations in an engineering capacity.
• Match with a facility that best utilizes your skills and interests to develop yourself and the onsite team.
• Work with engineering staff on real-world projects, applying knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Motivational Fit

Execute Action Plan

Influence Others

Initiate Action

Adapt and Change

Learn Continuously

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title Engineering Internship/Co-op Summer 2027

Position Overview

Shaw's Internship and Co-op Program is designed to attract talented students eager to gain real-world experience, develop in-demand skills, and make meaningful contributions. Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, participants make an impact from day one while building a strong foundation for future career success.

About us

Shaw Industries is more than an industry leading flooring company - we are an organization built of dedicated people working to provide the best quality flooring solutions to our customers across residential, commercial, and outdoor markets worldwide. Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw Industries is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. with more than $5 billion in annual sales and approximately 17,000 associates; we are dedicated to values of inclusivity, sustainability, and making this world a better place for our people and our customers.

What you’ll do

Students have the opportunity to complete a series of semesters, either rotating between school/work or sequentially, working onsite in Shaw's manufacturing operations facilities in an engineering capacity. We will help you match with a facility that best utilizes your skills and interests to develop yourself and the onsite team. Here, we empower and encourage our trainees to work with our engineering staff and apply both knowledge and problem-solving skills to ongoing facility projects; these often include tackling real-world issues and gives trainees valuable technical experience for a successful career start. Project work typically begins more basic during the student's first semester and will progressively get more advanced and impactful as the student gains experience. Upon completing multiple semesters as an intern or co-op, you will have grown your own knowledge of working in a full-time position as an engineer in manufacturing and will be developmentally ready to interview for full-time positions with us upon graduation.

What you get

Purpose and meaningful work from the very beginning. A company dedicated to developing your professional skills, enabling you to gain real-world experience in projects you enjoy, and growing your professional network. A culture of authenticity, mutual support, continuous innovation, and effective leadership. Location: Dalton, Georgia and Southeast United States (specific locations listed below). Corporate Housing is provided at a discount in most locations.

Qualifications

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and working on a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Operations, Chemical, Materials, Automation, or a related engineering field. Must have completed at least 3 or more semesters of college coursework. If you are a co-op, you must be registered with your university's official co-op program or career services office. Must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 ; Full-time student status highly preferred.

Competencies

• Motivational Fit
• Execute Action Plan
• Influence Others
• Initiate Action
• Adapt and Chance
• Learn Continuously

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM | hours may vary depending on facility and training schedule needs

Specific Locations

• Dalton, GA
• Andalusia, AL
• Aiken, SC
• Columbia, SC
• Bainbridge, GA
• Thomson, GA
• Cartersville, GA
• Ringgold, GA
• Adairsville, GA
• Calhoun, GA
• and more

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Equal Opportunity Statement

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Founded in 1967

Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business.

Global Flooring Provider

Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide.

Operational Excellence

Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world.

Award Winning

We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation.

We Sustain Human Ability

At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves "how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?"

Community Partner

From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively.

In The News

There is always something new and exciting happening at Shaw. Check out our news page to read our recent press releases, company blog posts, sustainability reports and more!