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Professional 1, Engineering Intern

Kaygen, Inc.
Columbus, NE Intern
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026

KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. 

Internship Role:
1st Shift M-F (start time flexible 7AM or 8AM) 8 hr shift

We are seeking a hardworking and determined Engineering student to join our team as a summer intern. Students are typically assigned a mentor who will direct their summer or co-op work experience. Work on project assignments will be commensurate with the student's academic background to take advantage of their technical expertise and provide real life application of their classroom knowledge. At the same time, opportunities will be provided for students to expand their knowledge outside the boundaries of their classroom experiences.

Typical roles our engineer interns hold are:

• Process Engineer Roles

• Operations / Production Engineer Roles

• Project Management Roles

Ensures compliance with quality systems, policies, procedures and best practices, and all local, state, federal and safety regulations, policies and procedures. Regular, punctual attendance is an essential job function. Ability to read and write and converse in English. Willing and able to uphold Values.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Provide support in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment

2. Troubleshooting/Root Cause analysis

3. Work with a mentor on project assignments which are commensurate with academic background

4. Work with a mentor on project assignments outside of classroom curriculum to gain experience

5. Apply classroom knowledge to real life applications while using technical expertise

6. Other duties as required to support the needs of the business.





DELIVERABLES

· Successful completion of work/project assignments

· Gain application experience of curriculum







SUPERVISION


  • This role does not have direct reports.









QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

1. Minimum Education:

This position has the following educational requirements:


  • H.S, Diploma/GED
    BA/BS Degree- Preferred Completed Sophomore year in an engineering program



2. Minimum Experience/Qualifications:

· 18 years of age or older

· Legally authorized to work in the United States

· Possesses or currently pursuing a degree in Engineering

· Available to work a minimum of eight continuous weeks

· Must be willing to work in any of our Columbus manufacturing locations


  1. 3 Minimum Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities (KSA’s):

    SolidWorks/AutoCAD (preferred)
    Fabrication, automation, industrial experience (preferred)

    4. Physical Capacity Profile: N/A





Shift: ['Advanced technical skills especially in Microsoft O365 including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Vision']

Start: ['• Ability to use Mechanical CAD tools (SolidWorks, CREO, ProE).', 'AutoCAD Inventor', 'Automation']
At KAYGEN, we are always looking for dynamic, talented and experienced individuals. We invite you to join our team of talented IT professionals, consulting at client locations across the globe. Our culture is team-orientated; we strive to stand by our core values of respect, honesty and integrity. Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information, please visit us at www.kaygen.com.

Benefits:
  • Free Healthcare Insurance
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Free Life Insurance
  • Sick Time Off
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  • Certifications 
  • Mentorship Program
  • Referrals
  • Family and Wellness benefits
  • Continuous Growth and Career Development 

Salary : $18 - $20

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