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Manufacturing Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Vermeer · Pella, Iowa, USA - The Center · On-site

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About Vermeer

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About the role

Are you energized by solving problems and improving how things are made? As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern at Vermeer, you’ll support real-world projects that enhance production processes and drive operational excellence. This internship offers hands-on experience in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration—preparing you for a full-time engineering role upon graduation.

What they're looking for

  • - Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field
  • - Foundational understanding of lean manufacturing concepts, tooling design, and process improvement techniques
  • - Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic schematics
  • - Familiarity with JIT manufacturing, statistical process variation, and digital manufacturing tools is a plus
  • - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a growth mindset
  • - Willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
More about this role

Who We Are

Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and feeds and fuels communities. We live out a caring culture, we demonstrate agility, we keep a focus on customers and are stewards of our resources. These beliefs drive our culture, determine how we treat others and steer our business.

1 - First Shift

Are you energized by solving problems and improving how things are made? As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern at Vermeer, you’ll support real-world projects that enhance production processes and drive operational excellence. This internship offers hands-on experience in lean manufacturing, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration—preparing you for a full-time engineering role upon graduation.

1. Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and sustainability across production areas.

2. Support new product introductions and manufacturing improvement initiatives by collaborating with engineering, welding, assembly, and machining teams.

3. Apply lean manufacturing principles—including...

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