Product Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Pellamn; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Corporation is seeking motivated engineering students for our Product Engineering Internship in Ocala, FL. The internship offers hands-on experience supporting product development and engineering initiatives through meaningful projects that aim to improve quality, cost, and product performance.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams, developing technical, analytical, and professional skills while contributing to deliverables and gaining exposure to

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong academic standing with demonstrated leadership, teamwork, or campus involvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and analytical abilities.
• Ability to learn new technologies, systems, and engineering tools.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects focused on quality, cost, performance, and product improvement.
• Apply engineering principles and problem solving to assigned projects and tasks.
• Partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.
• Utilize engineering tools, technologies, and processes to deliver project results.
• Analyze data and communicate findings and recommendations.
• Gain exposure to product development and engineering processes within the fenestration industry.
• Develop technical, professional, and leadership skills through project ownership and collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

MS Office

Excel

Problem solving

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Product Engineer Intern - Summer 2027
Program Duration:End of May - Early August
Location:Ocala, FL(on-site)

Pella Corporation is seeking motivated engineering students for our Product Engineering Internship.

This internship provides hands-on experience supporting product development and engineering initiatives through meaningful projects that contribute to quality, cost, and product performance objectives. Interns work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams while developing technical, analytical, and professional skills in a real-world environment.

Responsibilities

As a Product Engineering Intern, you will support engineering projects and initiatives while developing engineering competencies and an understanding of how engineering supports business objectives.

Responsibilities are similar to what we expect of entry-level engineers who join Pella after graduation. Interns work closely with an assigned manager and mentor on strategic projects and focused development opportunities.

As a Product Engineering Intern, you may:

• Support engineering projects focused on quality, cost, performance, and product improvement
• Apply engineering principles and problem-solving techniques to assigned projects and tasks
• Partner with engineering and cross-functional teams to support business initiatives
• Utilize engineering tools, technologies, and processes to deliver project results
• Analyze data and communicate findings and recommendations
• Gain exposure to product development and engineering processes within the fenestration industry
• Develop technical, professional, and leadership skills through project ownership and collaboration

All projects and assignments will be determined based on business needs and team priorities.

Additional Information

• Assigned manager and mentor support throughout the internship
• Minimal travel may be required
• Periodic exposure to manufacturing equipment and production environments
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 30 pounds may be required
• Work may be performed in office, laboratory, and manufacturing settings

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline
• Strong academic standing
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, or involvement through campus organizations, work experience, athletics, volunteer activities, or other experiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to learn new technologies, systems, and engineering tools
• Ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment
• Previous internship or co-op experience preferred

Compensation: The starting pay rate for this position is $27.90 per hour. Compensation for this role is established through Pella Corporation’s internship program. Eligible participants may receive transition assistance in accordance with company policies and program guidelines.

Pella Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Smoke Free Environment.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment.Post-offer background check and drug screen required.Pella participates in E- Verify.Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment.Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. Several states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.

Job Info

• Job Identification 252714
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 01:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1900 SW 44th Ave, Ocala, FL, 34474, US (On-site)