Job Description
Your Job Are you ready to explore the world of industrial operations? Whether you're heading into engineering, business operations, procurement, or environmental health & safety (EH&S), this Summer Internship offers an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience and insight into a wide range of career paths within a manufacturing environment.
Compensation and Hours: The anticipated starting wage for this role is $15.50 per hour. The actual pay may vary based on the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. This is a part-time position, with a schedule of fewer than 28 hours per week.
This is more than a summer job - it's a launchpad for your future.
Our Team Chentronics, a leader in High Energy Ignition (HEI) and flame detection technologies serving industries such as power generation, petrochemical, marine, and green energy, is offering a dynamic Summer Operations Internship. This program is designed to provide recent high school graduates with comprehensive exposure to various facets of our manufacturing and business operations. Interns will gain hands-on experience and insights into how our innovative products are designed, built, and delivered to clients worldwide.
What You Will Do - Support Manufacturing & Engineering - Assist in the assembly and testing of HEI systems and flame detection equipment while learning the basics of technical drawings and dimensioning.
- Engage with Procurement & Supply Chain - Gain insight into material sourcing, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination by participating in real-world purchasing and logistics activities.
- Contribute to Operations Management - Help identify process improvements, observe resource planning, and understand how we drive efficiency throughout our facility.
- Shadow Sales & Customer Experience Teams - Learn how we interact with customers, manage orders, and deliver high-quality service from inquiry to delivery.
- Explore EH&S Best Practices - Get hands-on exposure to safety protocols, environmental standards, and compliance practices that keep our workplace safe and efficient.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) - Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a high school diploma or GED
- Enrolled in a degree or alternative program. (e.g., 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
- Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship
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