Manufacturing Engineering Automation Intern, summer 2027

The Impact You'll Make

As a Manufacturing Systems Intern, you’ll help modernize the digital tools that support our manufacturing and quality operations. You’ll work on real-world projects that improve how teams collect, access, analyze, and use shopfloor data.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with databases, manufacturing applications, reporting, automation, and AI-assisted tools while working directly with engineers, operators, and business partners. Your ideas will help us simplify processes, improve visibility, and make better data-driven decisions.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Help modernize legacy Microsoft Access databases using Microsoft SQL Server, Power Platform, and related technologies.

• Support the development of an internal Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that improves shopfloor data collection, accessibility, and visibility.

• Build reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that help manufacturing and quality teams identify trends and make informed decisions.

• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and explore AI-assisted solutions that improve reporting, data analysis, and workflow efficiency.

• Partner with engineers, shopfloor employees, and other business users to understand requirements, improve system functionality, and document workflows, data structures, and system changes.

What We're Looking For

• You are currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• You have experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and exposure to tools such as SQL, Power BI, Power Apps, Python, databases, or other programming technologies.

• You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills and are interested in using technology to solve practical manufacturing challenges.

• You communicate effectively and enjoy collaborating with people across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and business teams.

• You are organized, curious, and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn new technologies, contribute ideas, and respectfully challenge existing ways of working.

What You'll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.

The US hourly pay range for this internship is $22.00-$26 per hour. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific hourly pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Join Danfoss Drives and become part of a team making a significant impact in energy efficiency and electrification. As a global leader in power conversion solutions, we are committed to sustainability, exceptional quality, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Our technology powers industries worldwide and supports global decarbonization efforts. Engineer a better future with Danfoss, where meaningful change begins with you!

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

Our Commitment to Transparency

Salary ranges listed reflect only primary location and currency. For local salary ranges and specific benefits in your preferred hiring location, please ask your Talent Acquisition representative for more information.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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