PTG Intern

Panasonic Corporation of North America; De Soto (KS); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

Panasonic Energy is hiring a PTG Intern for a 12-week summer program at the Gigafactory in De Soto, Kansas. The role offers hands-on experience in manufacturing systems, data flows, and digital transformation projects with cross-functional teams.

Applicants must be a currently enrolled full-time student, have at least two years of college completed, and maintain a minimum 3.2 GPA. The internship is onsite and full-time, with PPE requirements and pre-employment conditions.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least two years of a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry or similar disciplines.
• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university.
• GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to read, write and speak English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work on digital transformation projects and manufacturing digital solutions.
• Update and maintain digital system documentation to support standardization.
• Analyze and organize data to show trends and prioritize focus areas.
• Create enterprise data models to standardize naming conventions and data relationships.
• Perform larger analyses to understand business impact of Smart Factory initiatives.
• Collaborate with other areas and interns to share processes and ideas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

English language

MS Office

Data analysis

Education

Two years of college/university study

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that’s changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a PTG 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 looking for interns to join our innovative teams in the Panasonic Transformation Group (PTG). Our team members are hard‑working, goal‑oriented, creative and they are looking for interns to train. The interns hired for this position should expect to learn all facets of manufacturing system, data flow from generation to user consumption and will leave this position with invaluable technical and strategic skills.

• Work on projects, programs, and improvement ideas in digital transformation area
• Work on elements of the manufacturing digital solutions
• Update and maintain digital system and process documentation to support standardization
• Analyze and organize data to show trends and help prioritize focus areas that will make the biggest impact to the business
• Create enterprise data models to standardize naming conventions and display the upstream/downstream relationship of data
• Perform larger analysis to understand and show the business impact of Smart Factory initiatives
• Bring an outsider’s perspective and come up with improvement suggestions that challenge current processes
• Collaborate with other functional areas and interns to leverage processes and ideas to and from other parts of the business
• Other duties as 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.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Education

• Basic/Required: Completion of at least two years of full‑time enrollment) in a Bachelor’s degree program in Computer Science, Engineering, Chemistry or similar disciplines

Essential Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four‑year college or university
• GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools
• 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
• Must have working‑level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

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

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

Tools and Equipment

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

Lifting and Carrying

• 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 benefits such 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.