About the role#
Red Wing Shoe Co. is offering a paid engineering internship for the Summer 2027 term. This position is fully on-site in Red Wing, Minnesota. You will work Monday through Thursday, from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
What you'll do#
- Update plant layouts using CAD software to reflect facility changes.
- Use 3D scanning technology and comparative analysis tools to audit and document geometrical designs.
- Join a week-long Continuous Improvement event to improve production processes in safety, quality, productivity, and 5S.
- Partner with an engineer on a capital equipment project.
- Define project scope, interact with vendors, prepare quotes, and handle CER documentation.
- Implement equipment projects and resolve outstanding issues.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a degree program for mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or design engineering.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- An interest in working directly within a production environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Red Wing, MN.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $25 per hour.
- Work modality: On-site, full-time.
About Red Wing Shoe Co.
Red Wing Shoe Company manufactures work and safety footwear for consumer and industrial customers. Founded in 1905, the company maintains its headquarters in Red Wing, Minnesota. It operates two domestic manufacturing facilities and owns the S.B. Foot Tanning Company. The business employs over 2,000 people and distributes products in more than 110 countries.
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