What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer Intern - Summer 2026 position at Charter Manufacturing and Careers?
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 Casting is hiring a Controls Engineer Intern!
At Charter, 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: Full-time during the summer months
- Location: Shawano - Onsite
- Start Date: May 2026
What We're Looking For:
- Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Electrical/Controls Engineering 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:
- Training in PLC languages.
- Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft SQL, Wonderware InTouch.
What You'll Focus On:
- Assist with design and evaluation of automation and control systems.
- Participate in Continuous Improvement projects.
- Document and improve processes.
- Assist in other projects and function as a resource for other team members.
- Assist maintenance with troubleshooting, PLC upgrades, and utility SCADA systems.
- Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.
- Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
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