Summer Intern - Process Engineer

Apogee Enterprises Inc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution and

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UW Interco, LLC in Louisville, KY (with Cincinnati, OH and Faribault, MN locations) is hiring interns for Summer 2027. The 12-week program runs May–August and provides hands-on project experience, mentorship, and exposure to manufacturing floor operations.

Interns will collaborate with engineering and production teams on real projects, participate in continuous improvement, and gain a strong foundation for a career in manufacturing engineering.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field.
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing during the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Interest in manufacturing and hands-on engineering work.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside quality, engineering, and production teams on real projects. Spend time on the manufacturing floor learning processes, equipment, and operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues.
• Collect and analyze production data.
• Support process improvement, equipment, tooling, and layout projects.
• Assist with time studies, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Help implement engineering solutions and see projects through to completion.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Manufacturing Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

UW Interco, LLC

We are hiring interns for Summer 2027!

Our team is hiring interns at our Cincinnati, OH, Faribault, MN and Louisville, KY locations for Summer 2027. These positions go from May-August (12-week program) and offer hands-on project experience, professional development, and much more!

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segmentgenerates $200M in revenue and EBITDA margins of 20-25%. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall decor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

What You Can Expect

This internship provides hands-on lab and production experience, mentorship from industry experts, and the opportunity to contribute to the next generation of products. Interns will work closely with engineering and production teams and spend significant time on the manufacturing floor.

• Structured, project-based program focusing on skill set growth, technology and systems knowledge, business acumen, and professional development
• Regular coaching and feedback sessions with mentors and supervisors
• Leadership opportunities through activities and presentations
• Connect with leadership team through various events
• Exposure to other Apogee locations and business units
• Partner with other interns through projects, community events, and social activities

What You'll Do

• Work alongside quality, engineering, and production teams on real projects. Spend time on the manufacturing floor learning processes, equipment, and operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues.
• Collect and analyze production data.
• Support process improvement, equipment, tooling, and layout projects.
• Assist with time studies, process documentation, and work instructions.
• Participate in continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Help implement engineering solutions and see projects through to completion.

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree at a four year college or university in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing at the time of the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Interest in manufacturing and hands-on engineering work.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and spending time on the production floor.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to real engineering projects and production processes.
• Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals.
• Experience with process improvement and problem solving.
• The opportunity to contribute to projects that impact products and operations.
• A strong foundation for a career in manufacturing engineering.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

• Incentive Plans

• 401(k) with employer contribution and match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

• Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Program

• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.