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Manufacturing Automation Engineering Intern

Zoetis
Union, CA Intern
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026

Role Description:

MANUFACTURING AUTOMATION ENGINEERING INTERN

Location: Union City, CA

The engineering internship program will support the Manufacturing Automation Engineering team with a primary focus of documentation updates and new automation process development.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist engineers with the design, development, testing, and implementation of projects.
  • Conduct research and gather data to support engineering tasks.
  • Prepare and analyze reports, presentations, and technical documentation.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to solve engineering challenges.
  • Support the team in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Maintain accurate records of work and documentation.
  • Attend team meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams as needed.

Skills, Education, and Experience:

  • Strong academic performance and basic understanding of engineering principles.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with [AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, or other relevant tools] is a plus.
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
  • Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • Pursuit of degree in engineering-related field (such as but not limited to Chemical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, General Engineer, , etc.)
  • Comprehension of technical documents (P&IDs, manuals, engineering drawings, test protocols)
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to multi-task across multiple projects or tasks
  • Enrolled in a degree program during the Spring term preceding internship
  • Completion of at least one year of undergraduate studies and a 3.0 GPA or higher
  • At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Successfully pass a background check and drug screen

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position:

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area):

Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour

Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $24.20 per hour

Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour

Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

About Zoetis

At
Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.



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