Engineering Intern

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best. A Summer Experience. A Lifetime of Value. We will meet you where you are and help you go further. This summer, we are committed to bringing early-in-career talent together, trusting you to own your work, and helping you level up through professional development, networking, and exposure to real-world projects. We are doing things that matter. Energizing North America: That is the impact of your work at Cerrowire. Copper building wire does not just supply electricity. It turns houses into homes. It allows hospitals to deliver the care patients need. It keeps every single industry we rely on up and running. And it all starts with you. As a part of Marmon, your impact also goes way beyond North America. You are helping keep millions around the world healthy, connected, and safe. Join the Biggest Small Business You Will Ever Find. Headquartered in Hartselle, Alabama, Cerrowire is a copper wire manufacturing company with plants in Alabama, Georgia, Indiana, and Utah. We build, energize, and inspire by supplying building wire and cable throughout North America for commercial, industrial, and residential use. We bring power to life. Cerrowire is hiring talented and innovative interns looking to power up their futures and forge a meaningful career with us. Be part of our efforts to help improve the quality of life for millions of people by engineering solutions to many of the worlds greatest needs. As an intern in our comprehensive summer program, you will gain substantial personal learning and career development opportunities through ownership of real-world job assignments, strong coaching and mentorship, and networking opportunities with senior leaders and other interns across our organization. Our interns receive the opportunity to showcase their achievements to our leaders for the opportunity to grow and make an impact in the current workplace, across a group, and around the world. At Cerrowire, a Marmon company, you get the best of both worlds: the strength and stability that comes with being part of Berkshire Hathaway, plus the autonomy and opportunity that comes with working at one of our 120+ companies. What You Will Do: The Engineering Intern supports the Maintenance and Production departments to ensure the efficient and timely production of quality products. This hands-on role provides exposure to real-world engineering challenges and opportunities to apply classroom learning in a manufacturing environment. The intern collaborates closely with team members, supervisors, management, and external vendors to develop and enhance safety, quality, and delivery processes. This position requires a proactive, solutions-focused mindset and the ability to work in both office and plant floor environments. What You Will Need: Actively enrolled in a BS degree program in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical preferred) Entering junior year or beyond Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) CAD experience (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred) Strong written and verbal communication skills Basic troubleshooting and problem-solving ability Effective organizational skills and ability to document technical work Demonstrated team-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently Proactive and self-motivated approach Major Responsibility Areas and Duties: Assist in troubleshooting production and maintenance issues to identify root causes and propose improvements Support the development and refinement of standard operating procedures and process documentation Participate in capital projects, including equipment installation and layout improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and delivery outcomes Conduct process audits and inspections, documenting findings and recommendations Identify inefficiencies in workflows and assist in implementing Lean and Six Sigma initiatives Perform data analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement efforts Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for technical evaluations and support Compensation: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour, commensurate with relevant experience and educational background Work Hours and Length of Program: The internship will run for 12 weeks from May to August Full time, targeting 40 hours per week Exact start and end dates are flexible based on school schedules and the needs of the business This is a paid internship Working Conditions and Physical Demands: Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, and walk up to 80% of the workday Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs as needed Must be able to climb ladders for audits and inspections Manual dexterity to operate tools and equipment Environmental Conditions: Work is split between office and manufacturing plant floor environments. Exposure to typical plant conditions including noise, heat, and moving machinery. Location: Hartselle, AL Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. Welcome to the biggest small business youll ever find. Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groupswhere theyre able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While were all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. Valerie Hebenstreit - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 2020;2022: "As an intern at Marmon, I had the opportunity to work with several incredibly knowledgeable business leaders. Marmon offers a unique experience, one that has allowed me to grow my skills exponentially in one summer and now as a full-time employee." Hayley Bernson - University of Illinois Chicago, 2019: "My internship at Marmon was a rewarding experience. Having been provided with the opportunity to gain experience and knowledge surrounded by business professionals and leaders has helped me flourish into the tax professional I am today." Sophia DiFatta - University of Iowa, 2018: "As an intern at Marmon, I had the opportunity to apply the skills I was learning in school. Since then, I've been able to continue learning through experiences across many industries and job functions." Rosevette Toussaint - University of Central Florida, 2021: "When I began the internship, I knew continuing a career with Marmon would be the right decision. I enjoy being a part of Marmon because the company believes in developing, investing, and helping all its employees reach their highest potential." Fernando Jose Aguilar Harrison - Valparaiso University, 2015: "As an engineering intern at Cornelius, I had the opportunity to work on an exciting new development project for Starbucks and other F500 customers. 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