Paid Controls Engineering Intern/Co-op: Build Automation

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Controls Engineering Intern/Co-Op for May–August 2027 in Auburn Hills, MI. This paid internship offers exposure to Applications, Controls, Mechanical, and Build teams, assisting with design, build, programming, and deployment of custom automated equipment.

You will learn through guidance from experienced engineers, perform basic programming, and contribute to project tasks while building foundational skills in automation.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree.
• Basic proficiency in CAD.
• Basic knowledge of electrical/pneumatic schematic drawing packages.
• Basic proficiency in programming languages.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Computer literacy in Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Requires a willingness to learn and the ability to be flexible.
• Expected that many tasks asked will be learning experiences, and experienced team members will provide proper instruction.
• Expected to make positive contributions to the company in response to the training provided.
• Performs routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
• Learn and perform basic programming skills.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Pursuing engineering degree

CAD

Electrical/pneumatic schematic drawing

Programming basics

Teamwork & communication

Excel/Word/Outlook

Tools

CAD software

Electrical schematic tools

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Controls Engineering Intern/Co-Op for May–August 2027 in Auburn Hills, MI. This paid internship offers exposure to Applications, Controls, Mechanical, and Build teams, assisting with design, build, programming, and deployment of custom automated equipment.

You will learn through guidance from experienced engineers, perform basic programming, and contribute to project tasks while building foundational skills in automation.