Manufacturing/Quality Internship

Williams AV, LLC; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

Professional development

Job summary

Williams AV, LLC in Eden Prairie, MN offers a Manufacturing & Quality Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027. You will work with seasoned engineers on production and quality processes for electronic products, gaining experience in SOP development, data analysis, and CAPA activities.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations, and exposure to continuous improvement initiatives within a growing technology manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field
• Completion of at least two semesters of undergraduate coursework prior to the internship start date
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or quality processes
• Lean Manufacturing familiarity is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with writing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain and support manufacturing and quality documentation systems
• Collect, analyze, and report operational and quality data
• Participate in root cause investigations and CAPA activities
• Support receiving inspection, process control, and product verification activities
• Assist with identifying, documenting, and processing non-conforming products
• Perform visual inspections and measurement verification activities
• Support calibration of manufacturing, inspection, and measurement equipment
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams on continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering degree in progress

Two semesters completed

Tools

Excel

SOP management software

Job description

Manufacturing & Quality Engineering Intern

Eden Prairie, MN | Full-Time Paid Internship | Summer 2027 (12 Weeks)

At Williams AV, we design and manufacture assistive communication technology that helps people connect, learn, and engage more fully in the world around them. Guided by our values of Lead with Curiosity, Prioritize People, Own It, and Be There, we create innovative solutions that make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Gain Hands-On Experience in Manufacturing and Quality

As a Manufacturing & Quality Engineering Intern, you'll work alongside experienced professionals supporting the production and quality of innovative electronic products. This internship provides exposure to manufacturing operations, quality systems, process improvement, data analysis, and problem-solving in a real-world engineering environment.

Depending on business needs and your interests, you'll have opportunities to contribute to projects supporting both manufacturing and quality functions.

What You'll Do

• Assist with writing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain and support manufacturing and quality documentation systems
• Collect, analyze, and report operational and quality data
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective/preventive action activities (CAPA)
• Support receiving inspection, process control, and product verification activities
• Assist with identifying, documenting, and processing non-conforming products
• Perform visual inspections and measurement verification activities
• Support calibration of manufacturing, inspection, and measurement equipment
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality teams on continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality Engineering, Operations, or a related technical field
• Completion of at least two semesters of undergraduate coursework prior to the internship start date
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or quality processes
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus

Why Williams AV?

• Exposure to both manufacturing and quality engineering disciplines
• Hands-on work supporting real products and business initiatives
• Mentorship from experienced engineering and operations professionals
• Opportunity to build technical, analytical, and professional skills
• Experience within a growing technology manufacturing organization

Williams AV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences.