Summer 2025 Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Location: 

Damascus, VA, US, 24236

Requisition ID:  1192

Job Summary/Overview

Assist in documenting existing manufacturing processes, tools, and materials and determine more effective ways to organize and present.  Develop process improvements to assist in material flow, delivery, and procurement, which could include development of a pull system and supermarket for assembly.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, document, and assess current manufacturing processes, equipment, and parts related to assembly and machining. 

  • Develop systems to help organize and present information more readily. 

  • Develop new processes to improve efficiency. 

  • Other duties as assigned.  

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

  • General manufacturing process knowledge. 

  • Attention to detail. 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel. 

  • Problem solving skills. 

Required Qualifications

  • Enrolled in a program to complete a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering. 

  • Available full time (40 hours) from June 2, 2025 to August 8, 2025. 

  • Ability to travel at the start and end of the internship. 

  • Applicants must have authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available for this role. 

About Columbus McKinnon:

Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning and securing materials.  Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations and digital power and motion control systems.  We are focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by our superior design and engineering know-how.  Columbus McKinnon is a publicly traded company that has been in business for almost 150 years – proud of our heritage, where we come from, and where we’re going. As Columbus McKinnon grows globally, so does our need for driven and inspired employees. Join our winning team!

Columbus McKinnon Corporation promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes.  We also value the safety of all associates and work hard to maintain a Drug Free Workplace.


Nearest Major Market: Virginia