Intern III, Student Support

Progress Rail; Illinois; On-site; USD 31,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) match

Medical Insurance

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Progress Rail is seeking a Summer 2027 Power Assembly Engineering Intern in La Grange, IL, to learn from seasoned engineers and contribute to hands-on projects within a dynamic team environment.

The role involves engine troubleshooting, data collection, root-cause analysis, and supporting design and process improvements in an office and shop setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Developed analytical ability.
• Minimal travel may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Understand and troubleshoot highly engineered systems.
• Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis.
• Develop, prototype, validate and implement cost-effective engineering designs.
• Participate and lead root cause investigations.
• Provide technical directions to support personnel.
• Collaborate with engineering and other functions to improve processes and products.
• Communicate information to internal and external customers.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Analytical ability

Travel - minimal

Job description

PRS Facility Location

EMD HQ LaGrange, IL - 400

Job Purpose

The Intern will learn multiple facets of engineering projects. The student intern will leave this position with valuable skills and industry knowledge to supplement their academic field of study. Work involves a substantial variety of administrative and technical duties with instruction from supervisor.

Company Description

Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD® locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.

Education / Training

• Maintain satisfactory academic standing in college.
• Perform work assignments to satisfaction of assigned departments.
• Make efficient use of time spent on work assignments.
• Work cooperatively and efficiently with other personnel.
• Perform special short-term assignments as they pertain to work area.
• Occasional contact with others outside the work group.
• Complete assignments within a department or activity which utilizes the employee's academic discipline

Job Title

Summer 2027 Power Assembly Engineering Intern

City

La Grange

Key Job Elements

• Understanding of, and practical experience of troubleshooting highly engineered systems.
• Perform engine troubleshooting, data collection and failure analysis.
• Develop, prototype, validate and implement cost effective engineering designs.
• Participate and lead root cause investigation of failures.
• Provide technical directions to support personnel.
• Work with engineering & other functions to implement process & product improvements.
• Communicate information to and from internal and external customer organizations.
• Travel as required

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Developed analytical ability.
• Minimal travel may be necessary.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions:

• Strength - This is a traditional office setting and requires the occasional lifting of weight of 50lbs. Lifting boxes of paper.
• Motion - This is a traditional office setting and requires the use of a computer, keyboard and other equipment. Employee will be sitting the majority of the day with occasional walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling and driving.
• Vision/Hearing Requirements - Must be able to communicate with customers and coworkers and utilize all office equipment.
• Work Environment - Work is in office sitting and not exposed to extremes of heat and cold. The position may require some work on the manufacturing floor that could expose candidate to all environmental aspects.
• Emotional Demands - Employee is expected to quickly pick up tasks in a fast-paced office environment and maybe required to give presentation, speak in public and work in teams.
• Safety - This is not a safety sensitive position. The position will require the use of all site-specific PPE.

Hourly rate will be determined based on major and credit hours completed at start of internships. Transcripts will be requested.

EEO

Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance, and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Progress Rail.

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs

Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines.

Job Category

Administrative / Support / Communications

Work Location Options

LaGrange

State:

Illinois

Summary Pay Range

$22.16 - $36.90