R&D & Quality Engineer Intern: Data-Driven Problem Solver

Cognitioworld; Jasper (IN); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Cognitioworld in Jasper, IN is seeking a summer internship candidate to assist with research and evaluation of product and process options, and to support inspection, data analysis, and documentation. You will work with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to communicate findings and help drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes learning, data interpretation, and applied problem solving in a fast-paced environment, with focus on safety and quality procedures.

Qualificações

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Quality, Manufacturing, Materials Science, Chemistry, Analytics/Mathematical, or a related technical field.
• Basic understanding of engineering, manufacturing, quality, or scientific principles through coursework or project experience.
• Ability to collect, organize, and interpret data with attention to accuracy.
• Interest in problem-solving tools like FMEA, control planning, product testing, measurement, inspection, prototyping, or technical documentation.
• Ability to learn applicable software, equipment, specifications, and procedures.
• Good listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical observations clearly and ask appropriate questions.
• Ability to prepare concise documentation and present project findings.
• Takes initiative while working within assigned scope and supervision.
• Demonstrates organization, time management, and follow-through.
• Works effectively in a team and respects differing points of view.
• Uses sound judgment and escalates safety, quality, or technical concerns promptly.
• Honest, ethical, dependable, and open to learning.
• Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced, goal-driven environment.
• Ability to build productive relationships with diverse groups.
• Ability to work in office, laboratory, and manufacturing settings as assignments require.
• Ability to comply with required personal protective equipment and workplace safety practices.
• Available to work for the duration of the summer internship program.
• Ability to work responsibly with guidance, ask questions, and apply feedback.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks and meet agreed-upon completion dates.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with research and evaluation of product, material, component, process, and equipment alternatives.
• Collect, organize, analyze, and communicate engineering and quality data using established tools and methods.
• Support incoming, in-process, and finished-product inspection or testing activities as assigned.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconforming product or process conditions.
• Participate in root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous-improvement activities using tools such as Pareto analysis, cause-and-effect diagrams, basic statistics, experiments, and FMEA.
• Clarify and document product specifications, inspection requirements, quality information, and project findings.
• Assist with audits of products or processes and summarize results for the project team.
• Use measurement and test equipment in accordance with established procedures and under supervision.
• Prepare project updates, presentations, schedules, and action-item tracking for assigned work.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional partners to complete internship assignments.
• Follow all applicable safety, quality, environmental, confidentiality, and documentation requirements.

Conhecimentos

Data collection

FMEA

Control planning

Product testing

Measurement

Inspection

Prototyping

Documentation

Excel

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Formação

Engineering/Quality program enrollment

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da vaga

Cognitioworld in Jasper, IN is seeking a summer internship candidate to assist with research and evaluation of product and process options, and to support inspection, data analysis, and documentation. You will work with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to communicate findings and help drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes learning, data interpretation, and applied problem solving in a fast-paced environment, with focus on safety and quality procedures.