What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineering Intern position at Daikin Applied Americas Inc?
Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company Daikin Applied is now hiring for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern in Staunton, VA! Daikin Applied is a global leader in providing innovative HVAC solutions for commercial and industrial applications. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our dynamic Engineering team. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in the field of manufacturing engineering within a leading organization. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: Staunton, VA in office 5 days per week Timeline: This Internship opportunity is for May–August 2026 What’s in it for you: You will have the opportunity to own a meaningful, real-life project within the Manufacturing Engineering Department that can directly create a positive impact on Daikin Applied’s HVAC Development An opportunity to build relationships with other students beyond your department The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best What you will do: Work with an assigned engineer to research and analyze data related to the production of Daikin’s products Design, improve, and test production processes or systems under the direction of the assigned engineer Work with assigned engineers to design and implement tools and processes intended to improve the quality and efficiency of the production operation Minimum Qualifications: Sophomore or Junior currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering Experience in the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position Preferred Qualifications: Experience with SolidWorks or related CAD software HVAC experience Lean Manufacturing experience Reside within a 300-mile radius of our Staunton, VA office The typical hourly pay rate for this position is $24/hr - $26/hr in Virginia. This represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. We invest in our people, and our people invest in our customers and communities. This mutual commitment is the reason for our dynamic growth. So is an inclusive culture that encourages everyone to come to work as their whole selves and come together as a team that welcomes unique ideas, perspectives and backgrounds. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!
Salary : $24 - $26