Quality Intern (Summer 2027)

Emerson Electric Co; Knoxville, Northern (TN, KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Electric Co. seeks a curious Quality Intern (Summer 2027) in Knoxville, TN. You’ll gain hands-on experience with quality systems, document control, audits, supplier collaboration, inspection, and supply chain quality.

You will explore how AI and emerging tools can enhance processes, while collaborating with experienced teammates to strengthen product quality and support customers.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States; sponsorship not provided.

Responsibilities

• Support document-control activities by revising, reviewing, and publishing new or updated documents.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen document-control and audit-related processes.
• Learn applicable management system standards and evaluate processes and procedures for potential improvement.
• Develop auditing skills and assist with internal process audits.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address quality concerns identified during manufacturing.
• Partner with the distribution center to help resolve supply chain quality issues.
• Learn inspection methods and provide inspection support when needed.
• Explore and recommend practical ways AI could improve quality processes.
• Document findings clearly and communicate progress to relevant team members.
• Participate in continuous-improvement activities while following safety, quality, and ethical requirements.

Skills

Document control

Auditing

Collaborat ion

Data analytics

Quality systems

Inspection methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Emerson is seeking a curious, collaborative, and improvement-focused Quality Intern (Summer 2027) to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee. In this role, you will gain practical experience with quality systems, document control, auditing, supplier collaboration, inspection, and supply chain quality. You will work alongside experienced team members while contributing ideas that help improve processes, strengthen product quality, and support our customers.

This internship is designed to provide meaningful learning opportunities and hands-on experience. You will also explore how artificial intelligence and other emerging tools can enhance quality processes.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Support document control activities by revising, reviewing, and publishing new or updated documents.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen document-control and audit-related processes.
• Learn applicable management system standards and evaluate processes and procedures for potential improvement.
• Develop auditing skills and assist with internal process audits.
• Collaborate with suppliers to address quality concerns identified during manufacturing.
• Partner with the distribution center to help resolve supply chain quality issues.
• Learn inspection methods and provide inspection support when needed.
• Explore and recommend practical ways artificial intelligence could improve quality processes.
• Document findings clearly and communicate progress to relevant team members.
• Participate in continuous-improvement activities while following applicable safety, quality, and ethical requirements.

Who You Are:

You readily learn and adopt new technologies. You ask the right questions to accurately analyze situations. You work cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives. You consistently achieve results, even under challenging circumstances.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Ability to organize information and maintain accurate documentation.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate respectfully with colleagues, suppliers, and cross-functional partners.
• Willingness to learn quality standards, auditing practices, and inspection techniques.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Suite
• Coursework or practical experience related to quality, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, data analytics, or a related area.
• Interest in quality, manufacturing, engineering, operations, supply chain, data, or continuous improvement.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Job Info

• Job Identification 26009955
• Job Function Intern/Co-op
• Posting Date 10/09/2026, 02:12 PM
• Job Schedule Full time