Manufacturing Eng Co-op

Parker Hannifin Corporation; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Parker Industrial Process Filtration in Greensboro, NC, is seeking an Engineering co-op for Spring/Summer 2027. You will gain hands-on experience across R&D, product design, testing, and manufacturing while learning from engineering professionals and building your network.

This co-op emphasizes exploring career options within Parker, including potential full‑time roles through the Parker Engineering Leadership Development Program.

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Requires completion of engineering coursework
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Professional demeanor with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Active listener, displays genuine curiosity and maintains a growth mindset
• Adaptable, collaborative and willing to participate in a variety of engineering assignments
• Enthusiastic while working through challenges and making progress on open‑ended assignments
• Innovative, possessing skills necessary to investigate and research new topics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; Experience with engineering tools is preferred
• Campus leadership experience is preferred
• Experience working on team‑based projects or in a manufacturing, engineering or operation environment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Support technology assessments, design of experiments, additive manufacturing, automation, and product development initiatives
• Contribute to projects across the product lifecycle, from concept to production
• Involvement in design and development of components and systems
• Design, create and prototype new components or modifications of existing products
• Learn to operate testing equipment, evaluate findings, analyze data and prepare reports
• Partner with manufacturing teams to understand production processes and provide engineering support
• Support process improvement, technology advancement, and product launches

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Adaptable

Collaborative

Growth mindset

Active listener

Team player

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

GPA 3.0

Tools

Microsoft Office

Engineering tools

Job description

Org Marketing Statement

Welcome to Parker Industrial Process Filtration

At Parker’s Industrial Process Filtration Division, we collaborate with our customers to offer filtration solutions for complex contaminant management issues. Our aim is to enhance product quality and safeguard critical equipment against maintenance issues and downtime.

The Industrial Process Filtration Division directly supports North America. In addition, IPF works with our global Parker Hannifin regional entities to leverage IPF products across the globe.

Position Summary

Location: Parker Hannifin Corporation – Industrial Process Filtration / Greensboro, NC

Timeframe: Spring/Summer 2027

Start your journey with Parker and shape a better tomorrow! We're looking for inquisitive thinkers and resourceful problem solvers who are looking to grow with us. As an Engineering co-op you will gain valuable hands‑on experience and broaden your understanding of manufacturing operations and/or product design while learning from engineering professionals and building your professional network. Our Engineering co‑ops are designed to stretch students professionally and help them gain foundational skills that serve as a strong pathway to full‑time opportunities. Throughout the co‑op, you will have opportunities to explore career options and learn about applying for the Parker Engineering Leadership Development Program and other available direct‑hire engineering roles.

Responsibilities

Engineering co‑ops may include work in the following areas:

Research and Development

• Support technology assessments, design of experiments, additive manufacturing, automation, and product development initiatives
• Contribute to projects across the product lifecycle, from concept to production

Product Design

• Involvement in design and development of components and systems
• Design, create and prototype new components or modifications of existing products

Testing

• Learn to operate testing equipment, evaluate findings, analyze data and prepare reports

Manufacturing

• Partner with manufacturing teams to understand production processes and provide engineering support
• Support process improvement, technology advancement, and product launches

Qualifications

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required. Examples include but are not limited to: Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Engineering Technology degrees will not be considered for this role.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Requires completion of engineering coursework
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Professional demeanor with excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Active listener, displays genuine curiosity and maintains a growth mindset
• Adaptable, collaborative and willing to participate in a variety of engineering assignments
• Enthusiastic while working through challenges and making progress on open‑ended assignments
• Innovative, possessing skills necessary to investigate and research new topics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications; Experience with engineering toolsis preferred
• Campus leadership experience is preferred
• Experience working on team‑based projects or in a manufacturing, engineering or operation environment is preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinite action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.