Quality Assurance Engineering Intern

Uponor, Inc.; Apple Valley (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

GF Building Flow Solutions Americas offers a ten-week summer Quality Assurance Engineering Internship in the US. Interns work hands-on with the Quality team to design, plan, and execute trials to understand how variables affect product quality.

You will collect and analyze data, document procedures, and develop reports communicating findings to leadership. The program emphasizes curiosity, independent work, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in a technical field.
• Incoming junior or senior during the internship.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Advanced Excel skills preferred.
• This is a full-time, on-site internship.
• Available for June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, planning, and execution of trials and testing activities to evaluate the impact of process and material variables on product quality and performance.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to identify trends, sources of variation, and opportunities for quality improvement.
• Document testing procedures, results, and conclusions, and develop reports and presentations that communicate findings and recommendations.
• Partner with Quality, Operations, and Technical teams to identify critical process variables and support initiatives that improve product quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate quality-related challenges and recommend improvements.
• Present project outcomes, key findings, and recommendations to plant and business leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Independent work

Multi-priority management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Data interpretation

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field

Job description

GF Building Flow Solutions (BFS) Americas is offering an exciting ten-week summer internship program in our Quality Assurance department. As a Quality Assurance Engineering Intern, you will have the opportunity to work hands on with our Quality team performing valuable work assisting with the design, planning, and execution of trials and testing to better understand how process and material variables affect product quality. During the summer, you will connect with leaders throughout the company to learn more about GF's products and services and will participate in a variety of training sessions focused on preparation for your future careers.

Areas of Focus

• Support the design, planning, and execution of trials and testing activities to evaluate the impact of process and material variables on product quality and performance.
• Collect, organize, and analyze data to identify trends, sources of variation, and opportunities for quality improvement.
• Document testing procedures, results, and conclusions, and develop reports and presentations that communicate findings and recommendations.
• Partner with Quality, Operations, and Technical teams to identify critical process variables and support initiatives that improve product quality, consistency, and efficiency.
• Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate quality-related challenges and recommend improvements.
• Present project outcomes, key findings, and recommendations to plant and business leadership at the conclusion of the internship.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Must be an incoming Junior or Senior at the time of the internship.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn in a manufacturing environment.
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with statistical analysis, data visualization, or quality improvement methodologies is a plus.
• This is a full-time, on-site internship.
• Must be available for the duration of the internship program: June 7, 2027 through August 13, 2027.

Disclaimers

Applicable to US job postings only (not Canada): The expected compensation for this position is $22.00/hr. This represents a good faith estimate for this position.

Uponor is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We’re GF, the global leader in Flow Solutions, solving some of the world’s most urgent challenges from ensuring access to clean water, supporting safe industrial processes and building critical infrastructure to enabling efficient buildings. We provide solutions that make an impact for millions of people. That’s what we call the Plus Effect, and it starts with you. We need people who bring exceptional performance, curiosity and a readiness to challenge the status quo. In return, you’ll thrive in collaborative teams that push each other to grow through the impact you create for customers, communities and society. Shape the future of Flow Solutions and your own.