Maintenance Intern - Summer 2027

Stellar; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Mentorship program

Training

Social activities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Stellar in Mason City, IA offers a 12-week Maintenance Internship this summer. You will gain hands-on experience keeping production equipment running smoothly, perform preventive maintenance, and support the maintenance team with daily tasks.

As an undergraduate studying maintenance, industrial technology, or mechanical engineering, you will work with experienced professionals, read blueprints, use common tools, and follow safety rules.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled undergraduate student studying maintenance, industrial technology, or related field.
• Willingness to learn and follow supervisor directions.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Aid the maintenance team in performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues in production equipment.
• Assist in maintaining the facility and organizing tools.
• Follow directions from area supervision.
• Maintain safe, clean work areas and assist in larger repairs as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical basics

Hydraulic basics

Blueprint reading

Tools knowledge

Problem solving

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Multimeter

Job description

Description

Job Type

Internship

Summary

As a Maintenance Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in ensuring the efficient operation of production equipment, performing preventive maintenance tasks, and supporting our maintenance team with day‑to‑day activities. This internship offers an opportunity to develop technical skills, work alongside experienced professionals, and contribute to the overall success of the facility. This program lasts for 12 weeks during the summer months and offers competitive pay and key benefits such as relocation assistance, mentorship, training, social activities, and volunteer opportunities.

Potential Duties And Responsibilities

• Aid the maintenance team in performing routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on production equipment and machinery to ensure maximum efficiency and uptime.
• Support the maintenance team in diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues that arise in the production equipment.
• Provide general assistance in maintaining the facility, including keeping work areas clean, organizing tools, and assisting in larger repair or renovation projects as needed.
• Willingness to take direction from area supervision and follow that direction.
• Continually demonstrates a productive and non-disruptive work ethic.
• Follows all company safety rules as laid out in the company safety manual and all other company policies.
• Maintain company equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems
• Basic understanding of general maintenance processes and methods
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances, and devices
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
• Works well as team member
• Able to follow orders of supervisor
• Read blueprints and other technical documents
• Have mechanical skills
• Must be able to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and work in industrial environments

Education And/or Experience Preferred

Currently enrolled undergraduate student studying maintenance, industrial technology, mechanical engineering, or other related field.

Requirements

Internships, Maintenance