About the role#
We are hiring Product Engineering interns for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid, on-site program running from May through August. You will work alongside quality, engineering, and production teams to gain hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment. The program focuses on project-based work, professional development, and mentorship from industry experts.
What you'll do#
- Spend time on the manufacturing floor to learn processes, equipment, and operations.
- Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity.
- Collect and analyze production data.
- Assist with troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues.
- Support projects related to process improvement, equipment, tooling, and layout.
- 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 you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related 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.
- Comfort 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.
Location & details#
- Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio; Faribault, Minnesota; Louisville, Kentucky.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May-August).
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About Apogee Enterprises, Inc.
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. operates in the wholesale building materials industry. Founded in 1949, the company is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It specializes in glass and aluminum window systems, storefronts, and curtainwall systems. The firm also produces protective glass and acrylic products for custom framing and fine art through its Tru Vue business. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people.
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