Summer Intern - Project Engineer

Allegion Canada Inc.; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 74,501,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegion is seeking a Summer Intern, Project Engineer for Princeton, IL to contribute to the Process Innovation Team. You will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment, supporting capital project development and implementing new technologies to improve production processes.

You will work with cross-functional teams, manage project plans and budgets, and develop TPM strategies. Qualifications include a high school diploma, pursuing a bachelor’s in engineering, and strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering pursued or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Support Capital project development, execution and sustainability.
• Manage technical and administrative aspects of capital projects.
• Act as main contact for selected vendors and contractors.
• Develop and drive project plans to deliver results on time and target.
• Develop TPM plans to maximize equipment potential and longevity.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 40 brands, 14,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, Allegion is proud to be recognized with the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the third consecutive year, earning distinction in both the employee engagement and strengths categories. This year, Allegion also received Gallup’s With Distinction honor - a designation reserved for a select group of organizations that go above and beyond in building exceptional workplace cultures.

Summer Intern, Project Engineer - Princeton, Illinois

As an Allegion Project Engineering Intern, you will contribute meaningful work and make a direct impact to the Process Innovation Team. You will gain valuable experience working in a fast-paced production environment, working with the latest technologies and helping to improve Allegion’s overall production process. Core opportunities include project engineering/management exposure, collaboration with key focus teams & pioneering new technologies.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do

• Support Capital project development, execution & sustainability
• Manage technical and administrative aspects of capital projects
• Act as main point of contact for selected vendors & contractors
• Manage required internal resources to support project execution
• Evaluate, track and report out on project status & objectives
• Develop & drive project plans to deliver results on time & on target
• Develop robust and sustainable TPM plans to maximize equipment potential & longevity
• Manage project budgets in concert with monthly expense reporting
• Exhibit detailed critical thinking skills for complex problem resolution
• Exposure to Capital Project planning
• Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development
• Business Cases (BC) & Capital Expenditure Requests (CER) development
• Evaluate Return on Investment (ROI) for new assets
• Write specification documents for new equipment based on cost, delivery, quality & people
• Perform tasks in a timely and accurate manner
• May perform other duties as assigned and extend into other areas as needed

What You Need to Succeed

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with a diverse group
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and in independent situations, and exercise good judgment to reach sound conclusions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, schedules, rules, procedures, etc.
• Fluent in Microsoft programs for data analysis, report generation, project management, etc.
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Strong problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity; ability to use fingers and hands to feel, handle, or squeeze; reach with hands and arms; twist/turn body; perform repetitive motions

Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, frequently and for extended periods of time

Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl

Ability to frequently lift up to 5 pounds, occasionally lift up to 25 pounds, and rarely lift up to 60 pounds. Any lifts over 35 pounds should be done with assistance.

Mechanical Requirements

Ability to use two hand controls

Ability to use pneumatic tools

Ability to use testing equipment

Environmental Requirements

Exposure to various chemicals including greases, oils, and adhesives in safe exposure amounts and approved for use in our facility by EHS

Exposure to temperature changes

Exposure to moderate noise levels with intermittent loud noises

Exposure to vibration

Exposure to dirt and/or dust

Exposure to sharp objects and parts

Exposure to moving mechanical parts, protected by approved guarding and controls

Education/Experience

Minimum requirements: High school diploma or GED

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering

Why Work for Us

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if: You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others. With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values statement, "this is your business, run with it". You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development. As we grow, we want you to grow with us. You want a culture that promotes work-life balance. Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work! You want to work for an award‑winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us

• An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands‑on projects
• Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships
• Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team
• Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

Compensation

This range is provided by Allegion. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

The expected Base Hourly Range: $25-$26. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

We Celebrate Who We Are!

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities.

If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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