Manufacturing Intern
HANDS-ON, REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE IN MANUFACTURING!
Are you a college student pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Design, or a related field? Do you have a strong mechanical background and want some extra income during the school year? We’re offering a unique opportunity where you'll gain real-world, plant-floor experience, working side-by-side with seasoned professionals and seeing how machines are designed, built, and brought to life.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in the assembly and testing of cutting-edge stretch wrapping and case sealing machinery
- Learn how mechanical and electrical systems are integrated, wired, and debugged
- Observe the full engineering lifecycle from design through production and shipping
- Participate in problem-solving discussions that influence real products
Why This Could Work for You:
- See the big picture: Understand how theory turns into real-world machines
- Build your resume with practical skills that employers want
- Mentorship from experienced engineers who love to share knowledge
- Work on machines you can point to and say: “I helped build that”
What We’re Looking For:
- Students in engineering or a related field, or in any major with strong mechanical aptitude
- Hands-on mindset, willingness to learn by doing, and no fear of getting your hands dirty
- Curiosity, energy, and an interest in how things are made
Location: Highlight Industries, 2694 Prairie Street SW, Wyoming, MI 49519
Schedule: Flexible hours to accommodate class schedules
Compensation: Competitive hourly pay, based on experience
Take your education to the next level and come build something real with us. Some of our interns from over 20 years ago now run departments at Highlight.
📩 Apply now by sending your resume and a quick note about why you're interested to hr@highlightindustries.com.
Highlight Industries is an equal opportunity employer.