Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Panasonic Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Panasonic Energy in Kansas invites engineering students to join its 12-week, full-time paid summer internship at the Gigafactory. You will learn battery cell manufacturing basics and work on high-speed, automated lines to support volume production.

As an intern, you will assist with process improvements, data analysis, and collaboration with production teams to resolve issues, while gaining hands-on experience in lithium-ion technology.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Demonstrated experience solving difficult hands-on engineering problems with an ability to clearly articulate technical detail and thought process.

Responsibilities

• Conducts battery cell manufacturing process improvement for mass production lines.
• Conducts design and testing work for existing production lines to improve cell manufacturing process on safety, quality and productivity.
• Analyzes and evaluates machine and test data.
• Analyzes operating procedures and functions of equipment and machinery to reduce time and cost of manufacturing processes.
• Provides engineering support to production teams to resolve manufacturing process issues.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Industrial)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern? Then we're looking for you! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today!

Responsibilities

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What You'll Do

Panasonic Energy is seeking ambitious engineering interns to join the world’s largest lithium ion battery initiative. With superior battery designs and the fastest manufacturing lines in the world, Panasonic is producing millions of batteries per day at the Gigafactory to support Tesla’s electric vehicle and energy storage businesses. Panasonic invites you to join us in this ongoing full-scale effort to electrify our society. At Panasonic Energy, engineering interns quickly become experts in the fundamentals of lithium-ion cell technology and work to integrate that understanding with high speed, automated manufacturing methods to produce the highest performance and highest quality lithium ion batteries.

Essential Duties

• Conducts battery cell manufacturing process improvement for mass production lines.
• Conducts design and testing work for existing production lines to improve cell manufacturing process on safety, quality and productivity.
• Analyzes and evaluates machine and test data.
• Analyzes operating procedures and functions of equipment and machinery to reduce time and cost of manufacturing processes.
• Provides engineering support to production teams to resolve manufacturing process issues.
• Works closely with other team members to increase understanding of failure modes and improve performance of cell manufacturing equipment.
• Applies principles and knowledge of engineering to solve manufacturing problems.
• Other duties may be assigned

Internship Details

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy at the Gigafactory.
• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 17 and Friday, August 6, 2027. This date range is subject to change.
• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship.

Program Requirements

• The program will be a full time paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Gigafactory
• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the internship begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN, L-1, or other employment-based visas) to participate in the program or for a fulltime role after graduation. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

Education

Basic/Required: Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester) in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.

Essential Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Demonstrated experience solving difficult hands-on engineering problems with an ability to clearly articulate technical detail and thought process.
• Familiarity with basic lithium-ion battery chemistry.
• Good understanding of basic manufacturing principles.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience through project teams or previous jobs
• A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

Tools and Equipment

Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous
• Office Equipment: Continuous
• Phone Continuous

Required Lifting and Carrying

Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

About Us

Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world’s largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

Where You'll Be

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honestyhave been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equalopportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Supplemental Information

Pre- employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefitssuch as health insurance. Employees may be eligible for certain state- or locally-mandated benefits depending on hours worked and applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.