Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2026 chez Itw

Join Our Dynamic Team as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern! Shape the Future of Innovation and Efficiency with Us. 

Are you ready to turn your engineering knowledge into real-world impact? 

Join E.H. Wachs, an Illinois Tool Works Company and division of Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, as a Manufacturing Engineering Intern and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of our products. E.H. Wachs is a recognized world leader in the manufacture and distribution of field machining and valve exercising equipment. 

This internship offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and operations professionals to improve manufacturing processes, solve complex problems, and contribute to product innovation. 

As part of our ITW internship program, you will encourage you to think and act like an entrepreneur. You will learn and develop through real-world job assignments, mentorship, and networking with a community of interns and ITW leaders. The position is located at our manufacturing facility in Lincolnshire, IL. 

Your Role in Crafting Excellence: 

• Collaboration in Action: You, as an intern, will partner with the talented members of our dedicated production team to develop and refine production processes, assist in project related to layout changes and quality assurance, and analyze process data, identify trends, and present actionable recommendations. 

• Capturing Progress: Ever watched a process unfold and thought, "There's got to be a better way"? With the power of videotapes and timing equipment, you'll dive into the heart of assembly operations. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to real-time studies that transform observations into insightful data. 

• Charting Triumph:  You might find yourself creating visual narratives that show how projects evolve. Not only that, but you could also manage projects from inception to completion, delving into everything from timelines to financial analysis.  

• Exploring Beyond Boundaries: Innovation fuels our journey. Your role isn't just about today's processes; it's about tomorrow's potential. Dive into new technologies, embrace tools that redefine efficiency, and become a catalyst for continuous improvement. Cross-functional collaboration will be your compass, and enhancing efficiency and safety metrics your destination. 

Your Qualifications: 

• Major Momentum: If you're studying Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, or Industrial Technology, you're on the right track to join our team. 

• Rising Star: Sophomore or Junior status sets the stage for you to make a significant impact. 

• Educational Odyssey: You've already completed courses like Time & Motion Study, Computer Graphics, and Facilities Layout/Mfg. Cost Analysis – proving you're ready for the real-world application. 

• Tech Trailblazer: At least a year of experience with spreadsheets and word processing tools speaks to your digital dexterity. 

• Explorers Welcome: If you've delved into courses like Mfg. Materials and Processes, or Production and Operations Analysis, you're primed to hit the ground running. 

At our company, you're not just an intern; you're an architect of innovation. Your ideas will shape our landscape, your actions will be the cornerstone of our progress, and your growth will be our shared achievement. Step into a world where your potential has no boundaries. 

Compensation Information: 

The hourly rate for this position is $24.00 – 25.00. Please note that this wage information serves as a general guideline. The company considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations. 

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.  

 
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.  

 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.