Summer Controls Engineer Intern — Industrial Automation & Projects
Charter Automotive
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Job summary
Charter Manufacturing in Shawano, WI invites applications for a Controls Engineer Internship to gain hands-on experience in industrial automation. You will support daily technical and project work, update PLC/HMI documentation, and analyze production data to drive improvements.
The internship emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to plant systems. You will learn PLC languages, AutoCAD, SQL, and Wonderware InTouch while collaborating with the Automation & Controls team on
Qualifications
- Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Electrical Engineering, Controls Systems Engineering or related field with Sophomore status.
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to succeed in a team environment.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Responsibilities
- Support the Automation & Controls team with daily technical and project work across plant operations.
- Update and organize PLC, HMI, network, electrical, and equipment documentation.
- Collect and analyze data from production systems and develop reports, dashboards, and project updates.
- Support automation projects, including plant demand management, safety controls improvements, and modernization of legacy equipment.
- Assist with controls standardization, OT asset inventory, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
- Conduct field verification of equipment, drawings, and control system information.
- Research automation solutions and support project planning and implementation.
- Participate in team meetings and shadow Controls and Automation professionals to gain hands-on exposure to plant systems.
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Job description
Charter Manufacturing in Shawano, WI invites applications for a Controls Engineer Internship to gain hands-on experience in industrial automation. You will support daily technical and project work, update PLC/HMI documentation, and analyze production data to drive improvements.
The internship emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and exposure to plant systems. You will learn PLC languages, AutoCAD, SQL, and Wonderware InTouch while collaborating with the Automation & Controls team on
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