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Program Overview

Our student engineering program offers hands-on experience across multiple disciplines in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Interns and co-ops gain exposure to real-world projects, technical challenges, and cross-functional collaboration—building a strong foundation for future careers.

Internship Tracks

Test Engineering Interns Conduct low-speed crash testing (up to 15mph) and pedestrian impact testing (up to 30mph)

Perform materials testing (tensile, hardness, microhardness) for manufacturing and CAE modeling

Assist in fixture fabrication using welding, milling, turning, and laser cutting—no prior experience required

Learn LabView programming for data acquisition and instrumentation setup

Support static and fatigue testing on automotive and furniture components

Participate in benchmarking and full dimensional/material analysis of products like bumpers, door beams, and active grille shutters Process Engineering Interns Analyze and improve equipment design and processing windows

Document findings and create operator instructions

Get introduced to Six Sigma and the DMAIC problem-solving framework

Apply statistical analysis, including Design of Experiments (DoE) Electrical Engineering Interns Update electrical schematics and revise machine control systems

Design and implement PLC/operator interface programs using GE-Fanuc and Allen-Bradley platforms

Lead troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor

Create work instructions and integrate controls for process improvements

Design electrical schematics for high and low voltage systems using CAD Manufacturing Engineering Interns Design tools and fixtures using AutoCAD or SolidWorks

Support continuous improvement and production troubleshooting

Create and revise operator instructions

Assist with asset management, safety audits, and plant layout planning Welding Engineering Interns Program and optimize Fanuc GMAW welding systems

Use Trumpf TruTops for offline programming and laser cutting operations

Improve dimensional capability and support capital/tooling procurement

Develop and document process parameters for welding operations Product Development Engineering Interns Gain exposure to Shape's Product Development processes, including SPMP, enterProj, Plex, and Smartsheet systems

Learn the fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and drawing development

Work with Teamcenter and VisMockUp to manage and visualize product data

Assist in the creation and review of key engineering documents such as DFMEA, DVP&R, and technical drawings

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product design and process development initiatives Additional Responsibilities Apply engineering calculations to real-world problems

Manage cross-functional projects

Create technical documentation and present findings

Take on additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor

Education & Experience Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field from an accredited program

Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Comfortable working independently and in collaborative teams