What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Skilled Trades Intern position at HellermannTyton North America?
The Manufacturing Skilled Trades Summer Internship is a hands‑on learning opportunity designed for high school and technical college students and recent graduates interested in manufacturing, skilled trades, automation, and industrial technology. Interns will rotate through multiple departments to explore different career paths while gaining practical experience in a safe, supervised manufacturing environment. This will be achieved by maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation.
This internship opportunity is offered in partnership with Employ Milwaukee to support youth career development and workforce readiness within Milwaukee County. This part‑time program focuses on career exploration, workplace safety, teamwork, and exposure to modern manufacturing technologies.
What You’ll Learn & Do
Interns will work alongside experienced technicians and mentors while rotating through the following areas:
Process Manufacturing
This internship position is funded through a workforce development grant administered by Employ Milwaukee. As a condition of the grant, eligibility requirements apply and are not based on employer preference.
To be eligible for this internship, candidates must meet both of the following requirements:
By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
This internship opportunity is offered in partnership with Employ Milwaukee to support youth career development and workforce readiness within Milwaukee County. This part‑time program focuses on career exploration, workplace safety, teamwork, and exposure to modern manufacturing technologies.
What You’ll Learn & Do
Interns will work alongside experienced technicians and mentors while rotating through the following areas:
Process Manufacturing
- Observe and assist with daily manufacturing operations
- Learn the basics of how injection molding machines operate
- Assist with material handling, part checks, and general housekeeping
- Learn how quality checks and process controls help ensure consistent production
- Assist with cleaning, organizing, and maintaining molds and tools
- Observe mold disassembly, maintenance, and preventative care
- Learn proper tool handling and shop safety practices
- Follow all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) guidelines
- Observe maintenance and automation technicians at work
- Assist with basic preventative maintenance tasks such as inspections and cleaning
- Learn how robotics, automated equipment, and sensors are used in manufacturing
- Gain exposure to maintenance tools, machine components, and safety procedures
- Follow all safety policies and procedures at all times
- Wear required PPE while working in manufacturing areas
- Maintain clean and organized workspaces
- Work as part of a team and communicate respectfully
- Show curiosity, ask questions, and be open to learning new skills
- Attend all scheduled workdays (Monday–Thursday) consistently
- Must be 16–24 years old at the start of the internship
- Must reside in Milwaukee County
- Currently enrolled in high school or technical college, or recently graduated
- Interest in manufacturing, skilled trades, mechanics, automation, or engineering
- Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a manufacturing environment
This internship position is funded through a workforce development grant administered by Employ Milwaukee. As a condition of the grant, eligibility requirements apply and are not based on employer preference.
To be eligible for this internship, candidates must meet both of the following requirements:
- Be between the ages of 16 and 24 at the start of the internship
- Reside in Milwaukee County
By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.