What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineering Internship (Summer 2026) position at Owens Corning?
Toledo, OH, US, 43659-0001
At Owens Corning it's our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee can share their unique perspectives, learn from one another, and maximize the potential of a global workplace.
About The Program:
During the summer term, you will be placed as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at an Owens Corning manufacturing plant for 12-weeks. You will be mentored by seasoned technical specialists and provided value added projects throughout this period. Projects will give you hands-on experience with technical issues you'll experience in a production environment. The internship will cover the following topics:
- Safety leadership
- Process and product improvement
- Productivity increases
- Waste elimination
- Total Productive Maintenance
In addition, you will develop the following skills necessary to be an effective manufacturing leader:
- Creativity & design
- Analytics & data-based decision making
- Troubleshoot and problem solving
- Collaborating and effectively working in teams
- Enhancing organizational skills
- Elevateperformance of self and others
At the conclusion of the internship, participants may be offered an additional internship/co-op or full-time employment in one of Owens Corning's Operation Leadership Development Programs, following graduation.
Internship Benefits:
- Industry work experience with challenging and meaningful assignments
- Networking opportunities and exposure to senior leadership
- Formal and informal personal and professional development activities
- Project-specific training
- Housing stipend and relocation assistance provided
- Opportunities to give back to the community
What We're Looking For:
Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who demonstrates their ability to take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks in a team environment. While expressing a desire to develop both technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, to further their career and have a long-term impact on Owens Corning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or relevant STEM major and/or field
- Previous relevant internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting
- Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
- Willingness and flexibility to relocate
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
