Summer Product Engineer Intern - Hands-on & Mentorship

Apogee Enterprises, Inc.; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits Package

401(k) with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Tru Vue Inc. is hiring summer interns for a 12-week program across Cincinnati, OH, Faribault, MN and Louisville, KY for Summer 2027. The internship offers hands‑on lab and production experience, mentorship from industry experts, and professional development.

Interns will work with engineering and production teams on real projects, spend time on the manufacturing floor, and participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives. Compensation is hourly with benefits typical of internships.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a four-year engineering degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical fields.
• Sophomore to senior standing during the internship.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Interest in hands-on manufacturing and engineering work.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, production, maintenance and quality teams.
• Willingness to learn 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.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Tru Vue Inc. is hiring summer interns for a 12-week program across Cincinnati, OH, Faribault, MN and Louisville, KY for Summer 2027. The internship offers hands‑on lab and production experience, mentorship from industry experts, and professional development.

Interns will work with engineering and production teams on real projects, spend time on the manufacturing floor, and participate in continuous improvement and lean initiatives. Compensation is hourly with benefits typical of internships.