Southwire Company · 19 hours ago
Mechanical Engineering Intern
Largo, FL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$20/hr - $23/hrSouthwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, providing valuable experience to students through their College Programs. The Mechanical Engineering Intern will support engineering projects, collaborate with teams, and apply engineering principles to real-world applications.
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Responsibilities
Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work
You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves
You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and community service /volunteer initiatives
You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to a world-class program community
Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities
Conduct research, analyze data, and present findings to support engineering projects
Support design engineers with testing and certification of new product
Assist in updating and creating engineering documentation, standard operating procedures, process flow diagrams, verification of Bill of Materials and uploading them to various file repositories
Utilize CAD software to create or revise parts, assemblies, and detailed drawings, layouts as needed for project work
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other deliverables to communicate project progress and results
Engage with cross-functional teams including technicians, CMs, quality, and safety to drive project success
Support internal and external communication efforts related to engineering projects and initiatives
Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2.5 GPA
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or another closely related field
Reliable transportation to and from work
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of Solidworks (CAD) and if not a Certified Solidworks Associate (CSWA) the ability to acquire it in a reasonable amount of time
Use of Microsoft Office suite and collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom, Etc.)
Troubleshooting and logical thinking
Ability to meet agreed upon schedules and commitments
Attention to detail
Ability to adapt to changing timelines or project requirements
Curiosity and a desire to learn about various aspects of engineering
Benefits
401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
Flexible Work Schedules
Company
Southwire Company
Southwire is one of the world’s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of building wire and utility cable, as well as the tools
Founded in 1937
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rich Stinson
President and CEO
Norman Adkins
Chief Operating Officer
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