Supplier Quality Engineering Intern

Panasonic Corporation of North America; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Full time

Job summary

Panasonic Energy in Sparks, Nevada invites a Supplier Quality Engineering Intern to train across manufacturing processes and quality systems. You will learn through hands-on practice, data analysis, and documentation to support quality improvement and process standardization.

The internship runs for 12 weeks, is paid, and spans May 17 to August 6, 2027. You must be enrolled full-time, maintain a 3.2 GPA, and bring strong communication and teamwork skills to a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s degree program in Industrial, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering
• GPA 3.2 or higher
• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely
• Must have working-level knowledge of English (reading/writing/speaking)

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate process inputs/outputs using statistics, programming (Python/SQL), JMP, SPC/SQC and MSA concepts
• Update and maintain quality documentation for manufacturing control points
• Create or update Standard Operating Procedures for material testing and sampling
• Design and develop offline quality-related parts to improve inspection efficiency and safety
• Use lab equipment to gather data to support project objectives
• Operate and understand lab equipment such as Formtracer, SEM and Keyence microscopes

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

MS Office proficient

English language

Education

Two years of engineering study

Tools

Python

SQL

JMP

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Supplier Quality Engineering Intern? Then we're looking for you! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy team today!

Responsibilities

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What You’ll Do

Panasonic Energy is looking for interns to join our creative team of engineers. Our engineers are hard-working, goal-oriented, and creative, and they are looking for interns to train. The interns hired for this position should expect to learn all facets of manufacturing and will leave this position with invaluable skills and industry knowledge. Also, this internship program is highly regarded in our field, so successful participation will be a great addition to your resume.

Essential Duties

• Analyze and evaluate process inputs/outputs by utilizing statistics, programming languages (Python and SQL), visualization software (JMP), SPC/SQC concepts (Western Electric Rules), and MSA (Gage R&R).
• Updating and maintaining quality documentation related to manufacturing control points to support standardization
• Creating or updating Standard Operating Procedures relating to material testing and sampling
• Design and develop offline quality related parts to improve inspection efficiency as well as safety
• Utilizing lab equipment to gather data to support project objectives
• Laboratory equipment: Formtracer, SEM, Keyence microscopes (IM/VR series), etc.
• Other duties may be assigned

Internship Details

• The program will be a fulltime paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy at the Gigafactory.
• The program will be 12 weeks in length, and is planned to occur between Monday, May 17 and Friday, August 6, 2027. This date range is subject to change.
• Must be able to attend the entirety of the internship.

Program Requirements

• The program will be a full time paid summer internship working for Panasonic Energy onsite at the Gigafactory
• Must attend entirety of internship from the indicated start and end date noted above
• Minimum 3.2 GPA
• Must have completed a minimum of 2 years at an accredited university
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time the internship begins and must not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN, L-1, or other employment-based visas) to participate in the program or for a fulltime role after graduation. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Education

• Basic/Required: Completion of at least two years of full-time enrollment (minimum 12 credit hours per semester) in a Bachelor’s degree program in Industrial, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering

Essential Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled as a fulltime student at an accredited four-year college or university
• GPA of 3.2 or higher
• Basic knowledge of project management processes and tools
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and collaboration skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to write and communicate technical information clearly and concisely
• Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience through project teams or previous jobs
• A desire to create a sustainable future through energy storage, renewable energy, and electric vehicles

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: (Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to)

• Sit: 40%
• Walk: 30%
• Stand: 20%
• Lift: 10%

Tools and/or Equipment:(Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Keyboard/Computer: Continuous
• Office Equipment: Continuous
• Phone Continuous

Required Lifting and Carrying: (Required frequency is: Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)

• Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required

About Us

Meet Panasonic! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honestyhave been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equalopportunity employer.

We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal,educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Supplemental Information

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefitssuch as health insurance. Employees may be eligible for certain state- or locally-mandated benefits depending on hours worked and applicable law.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy of North America.