What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Intern- Summer 2026 position at Pro-Active Engineering?
We're seeking a Quality Engineer Intern to join our Quality team in Summer 2026. This role is ideal for a motivated student looking to gain real-world experience in electronics manufacturing quality systems and practices.
Responsibilities
As a Quality Intern, you will support our QA/QC processes by:
- Assisting in quality inspections of PCBAs at various stages of production (incoming, in-process, and final)
- Supporting failure analysis and root cause investigations for non-conforming products
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement corrective and preventive actions
- Participating in audits (internal and customer) and preparing quality documentation
- Collecting and analyzing production and quality data using tools like Pareto charts, control charts, and FMEAs
- Helping maintain and improve quality management system (QMS) documentation in compliance with ISO 9001
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and process control implementation
Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Quality Engineering, Electrical Engineering,, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- Familiarity with PCBA manufacturing processes (SMT, AOI, reflow, X-ray, functional testing, etc.) is a plus
- Basic understanding of quality standards such as ISO 9001 or IPC-A-610 is a plus
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with data analysis tools is a plus
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Eagerness to learn and contribute in a manufacturing environment
- ITAR REQUIREMENTS- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident, (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. * 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. * 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
What You'll Gain
- Practical experience in quality engineering within an active PCBA production environment
- Exposure to industry standards and regulatory compliance practices
- Hands-on use of inspection tools, testing methods, and quality systems
- Mentorship from experienced Quality Engineers and access to cross-functional learning
- An opportunity to contribute to real product quality improvements and process reliability
Pro-Active Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by law.
