Manufacturing Engineering Internship (Summer 2025)

Schneider Electric has an opportunity this Summer 2025 for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in our Columbia, SC, location. This intern will have the opportunity to gain exposure to real-life initiatives, projects and resume boosting experience within a Fortune 500 company. 

Schneider Electric creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. Our 135,000 employees thrive in more than 100 countries. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Help us deliver solutions that ensure

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Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, testing, and analysis of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process sheets and work instructions.
• Conduct research to identify new manufacturing technologies and methods.
• Work with the engineering team to troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Participate in the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help in the design and execution of experiments to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Assist with the implementation of quality control processes and procedures.
• Participate in safety training and adhere to safety protocols in the manufacturing environment.
• Provide support in various projects as needed, including drafting reports and presenting findings.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Familiarity with quality control processes and tools.

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience in a real-world manufacturing setting.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects.
• Networking opportunities within the industry.

Who will you report to?

An experienced Manufacturing Engineer Manager 

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our  IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today!

€36 billion global revenue
13% organic growth
150 000 employees in 100 countries
#1 on the Global 100 World’s most sustainable corporations

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here
 
Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.