Intern - Engineering

Tarkett; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Tarkett offers a 12-month Internship in Dalton, GA for Spring–Summer–Fall 2027, with mentorship from experienced engineers and managers. Interns gain exposure to various Tarkett business units and operations in a flat organization that values teamwork and employee input.

The program emphasizes safety, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on project work, including cost control and budgeting exposure. Relocation not provided; housing not included.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Strong proficiency with Matlab and standard MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication; organized and able to work in teams or independently.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross functional teams to support business goals.
• Analyze data and assist in implementing new procedures/projects.
• Participate in meetings, reviews, seminars, trainings, etc.

Skills

Matlab

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Tarkett is seeking candidates for a 12-month Internship in 2027 (Spring-Summer-Fall) to join our successful and growing team in Dalton, GA. Assignments will be challenging, and experienced engineers/managers will mentor students in the Tarkett Internship Program. As an intern, you will get exposure to different parts of the Tarkett business and operations. Join a highly engaged group of passionate business professionals with long tenure in an organization that has a flat organizational structure and little hierarchy. Our organization strongly values team work. All of our employees have a voice and can truly impact the company. If you consider yourself to be a change agent and want to see an impact from your efforts, you can do that here.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with safe work practices to ensure own safety as well as co-workers’
• Work closely with cross functional teams to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of solutions deployed in support of business goals and objectives.
• Handle multiple projects and contribute to safety & quality assurance initiatives.
• Analyze data, coordinate with applicable stakeholders, and assist in the implementation of new procedures/projects.
• Gain exposure to our multiple business units within Operations and make an impact.
• Gain exposure to cost control initiatives and budgeting.
• Participate in meetings, project reviews, seminars, trainings, etc.
• Take on additional responsibilities and projects as required.

REQUIREMENTS (including educational requirements):

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in any of these fields: Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics, Controls/Automation, Chemical, etc.)
• Quality Systems Environmental / Industrial Safety Business Tools –Matlab, Microsoft Office (word, power point, excel).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized and able to work both as a team and independently.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to a dynamic work environment.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Prior manufacturing-related experience or coursework is a plus but not required.

Duration and Compensation

12 months, not weeks 16 to 20 hours in the Spring & Fall, and 40 hours in the Summer Paid internship Relocation and/or housing is not provided

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future

We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process. We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption. We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries.

To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design® approach. www.tarkett-group.com

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer.

We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.

As a worldwide leader of the flooring industry, we design, manufacture and provide our customers the most innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions. At Tarkett, we cultivate a culture of entrepreneurship with respect and trust. We make conscious choices, for people and for the planet and we commit to be next to your every step of the way. At Tarkett we help create great spaces. We believe in taking care of our people, our customers and our planet. We believe in being agile and performance-driven in everything that we do in order to find the best flooring and sports surface solutions.

https://www.tarkett.com/