Summer Intern - Quality Engineer

Allegion Canada Inc.; Princeton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on projects

Mentor relationships

Professional growth opportunities

CliftonStrengths testing and coaching

Job summary

Allegion is seeking a Summer Intern in Quality Engineering for Princeton, Illinois. You will join a team that analyzes issues, prevents problems, and learns to implement scalable fixes.

Pursuing a degree in mathematics, engineering or technical fields, you will develop skills in quality control while collaborating with experienced engineers on real projects. Allegion values growth, work-life balance, and mentorship to build a foundation for future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in mathematics, engineering or technical discipline.
• Resiliency and ability to adapt quickly.
• Inquisitive nature focused on understanding Quality Function and Allegion practices.
• Effective listening, time management and attention to detail; focused on issue resolution.
• Desire to learn, grow and develop by working on projects impacting Allegion’s business.

Responsibilities

• Deepen your understanding of aspects of quality control and quality assurance.
• Participate in real issue – resolution activities.
• Work with a team to determine and implement robust solutions.
• Obtain the experience to create a foundation for growth and future opportunities with Allegion.

Skills

Resiliency

Adaptability

Inquisitive mindset

Time management

Attention to detail

Effective listening

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing degree in relevant discipline (Math/Engineering/Technical)

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, Quality Engineer - Princeton, Illinois

As an intern in the Quality Function, you will be a part of a team ensuring great customer experience. Working on a team that works to resolve issues and proactively prevent issues from occurring (via data analysis and process assessment). You will learn to think outside of the box, implement scalable solutions, and follow best practices. 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:

Deepen your understanding of aspects of quality control and quality assurance. Participate in real issue – resolution activities. Work with a team to determine and implement robust solutions. Obtain the experience to create a foundation for growth and future opportunities with Allegion.

What You Need to Succeed:

Pursuing a degree in a relevant discipline, e.g. Mathematics, Engineering or Technical. Resiliency and ability to adapt quickly. An inquisitive nature that seeks to understand concepts and principles about Quality Function and the Allegion business practices. Effective listening, time management, attention to detail and ability to focus on issues to full, confirmed resolution. A desire to learn, grow and develop by working on projects that will impact Allegion’s business and customers.

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 state, "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.

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role?

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.

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.

Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.