Process Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

Charter Manufacturing is hiring a Process Engineer Intern!

At Charter Manufacturing, we believe our culture is our strongest competitive advantage. Join our team, where you’ll take on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally.

What Sets Our Internship Program Apart:

• Impactful Work & Growth: Contribute to meaningful projects that drive company goals while developing skills through mentorship, training, and networking
• Compensation Benefits: Competitive compensation, receive weekly pay, and paid holidays
• Career Advancement: Explore full-time employment opportunities across our four business divisions and corporate office, with adjusted service time if hired after graduation
• Recognition & Culture: Join a workplace that celebrates achievements, values contributions, and invests in your future
• Program Highlights: Experience our Intern Kickoff Day, Volunteer Opportunities, Professional Development Workshops, and the End of Summer Intern Showcase
  
  

Program Structure:

• Duration/Schedule: Flexible part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer months
• Location: Woodstock, IL - Fully Onsite
• Start Date: May 2026
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
  
  

Preferred Experience:

• Advanced Excel and analyst skills
• AutoCAD experience
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Tools
  
  

What You'll Focus On:

• Assist in plant-related operational reporting
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects
• Assist in other projects and function as a resource for other team members
• Participate in safety and quality programs
• Document and improve processes
  
  

The entry hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Compensation decisions are tailored to the unique circumstances of each position and candidate.Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.