Plant Process Engineer Intern (Gettysburg, PA) - Summer 2026

Pella Corporation

  • Gettysburg, PA
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Job Category: EngineeringJob Description:Pella CorporationPlant Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2026Gettysburg, PA (Onsite)Pella Corporation is seeking talented, undergraduate students to fill our Engineering Intern at our manufacturing facility in Gettysburg, PA. Opportunities are available for Summer 2026. If you are looking for a hands-on, team orientated, real-world learning experience, check these opportunities out!Responsibilities:An Engineering intern will manage and implement projects that enhance our window or door products and utilize Pella's continuous improvement and problem solving methodologies to improve our manufacturing processes. Responsibilities will be similar to what we expect of entry-level engineers who join Pella after graduating. Focus on developing competencies, engineering skills and how/when to apply them. Work closely with assigned manager and mentor on strategic projects and focused developmental opportunities.As a Plant Process Engineer intern, you will:
  • Modify and improve manufacturing processes to improve quality, increase reliability, reduce costs, and eliminate waste.
  • Develop next generation manufacturing processes and equipment.
  • Specify, design, and procure equipment required to support new product initiatives.
  • Implement new processes in manufacturing from concept through full production.
  • Degrees preferred: Mechanical, Agricultural, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineer and Industrial Technology.
Qualifications:Qualifications
  • Pursuing a B.S. from a four-year college or university in an Engineering field. See above for preferences
  • Strong academic candidate with Leadership Experience both inside and outside the classroom
  • Ability to use the following software applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, AutoCad, and Solid Edge (or equivalent).
  • Ability to effectively communicate to technical and non-technical team members utilizing written and verbal skills, including presentations to small and large groups
  • Experience managing projects from concept through implementation, in a fast-paced, team-based environment
Pella Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Smoke Free Environment.CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:Pella Corporation is committed to workforce diversity. Pella is a Tobacco-Free Work Environment. Post-offer background check and drug screen required. Pella participates in E- Verify. Pella will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:Pella Corporation provides a working environment free of discrimination and harassment. Pella Corporation treats all persons equally, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age or disability, as each is protected under federal law. Several states in which Pella operates have laws protecting classifications of Team Members not necessarily protected under federal law. Therefore, Pella also treats all persons equally, regardless of political affiliation and belief, pregnancy, national origin, age, creed, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, mental disorder, veteran status, ancestry or handicap as each category is protected under a municipal ordinance or state law.

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