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We are thinkers, believers, and doers. At Shape, we don't see the norm as our limit-we see it as a launchpad. We challenge tradition, push boundaries, and create solutions others say can't be done. Join us and help shape the future of engineering.
Program Overview
Our student engineering program offers hands-on experience across multiple disciplines in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Interns and co-ops gain exposure to real-world projects, technical challenges, and cross-functional collaboration-building a strong foundation for future careers.
Internship Tracks
Test Engineering Interns
- Conduct low-speed crash testing (up to 15mph) and pedestrian impact testing (up to 30mph)
- Perform materials testing (tensile, hardness, microhardness) for manufacturing and CAE modeling
- Assist in fixture fabrication using welding, milling, turning, and laser cutting-no prior experience required
- Learn LabView programming for data acquisition and instrumentation setup
- Support static and fatigue testing on automotive and furniture components
- Participate in benchmarking and full dimensional/material analysis of products like bumpers, door beams, and active grille shutters
Process Engineering Interns
- Analyze and improve equipment design and processing windows
- Document findings and create operator instructions
- Get introduced to Six Sigma and the DMAIC problem-solving framework
- Apply statistical analysis, including Design of Experiments (DoE)
Electrical Engineering Interns
- Update electrical schematics and revise machine control systems
- Design and implement PLC/operator interface programs using GE-Fanuc and Allen-Bradley platforms
- Lead troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor
- Create work instructions and integrate controls for process improvements
- Design electrical schematics for high and low voltage systems using CAD
Manufacturing Engineering Interns
- Design tools and fixtures using AutoCAD or SolidWorks
- Support continuous improvement and production troubleshooting
- Create and revise operator instructions
- Assist with asset management, safety audits, and plant layout planning
Welding Engineering Interns
- Program and optimize Fanuc GMAW welding systems
- Use Trumpf TruTops for offline programming and laser cutting operations
- Improve dimensional capability and support capital/tooling procurement
- Develop and document process parameters for welding operations
Product Development Engineering Interns
- Gain exposure to Shape's Product Development processes, including SPMP, enterProj, Plex, and Smartsheet systems
- Learn the fundamentals of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and drawing development
- Work with Teamcenter and VisMockUp to manage and visualize product data
- Assist in the creation and review of key engineering documents such as DFMEA, DVP&R, and technical drawings
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product design and process development initiatives
Additional Responsibilities
- Apply engineering calculations to real-world problems
- Manage cross-functional projects
- Create technical documentation and present findings
- Take on additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor