Engineering Intern/ Co-op Fall 2026

About the role

This Co-Op/Internship opportunity is ideal for students who want to obtain real-world work experience while in school. Opportunities are available year-round with terms that may include Fall, Winter, and/or Summer, aligning with your school’s required Co-Op/Internship curriculum. The program balances classroom theory with hands-on experience to fulfill graduation requirements.

Brunner values sustained commitments, employee development, and internal promotions. We seek candidates interested in gaining in-depth work experience to apply classroom skills in real-world applications while developing professionally.

Responsibilities

• Write and update work instructions.
• Create and update CAD drawings.
• Set up and run various test equipment.
• Contribute to the engineering design process (concept, design, drawing creation, build, document), installation, PPAP, and long-term technical support of manufacturing processes, focusing on quality, capability, cost, and time.
• Assist in designing and developing tools, fixtures, and processes to support existing products and new product development initiatives, including:
  • CNC Machining
  • Forging
  • Steel Fabrication of brake shoes
  • Leaf Spring manufacturing
  • Automated cell layouts / material flow
  • Equipment rebuilds
• Work independently and collaboratively with engineers.
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned.
• Work hands-on with support groups (maintenance & toolroom) to validate designs and concepts.
• Travel to Hendrickson manufacturing facilities as needed.

Requirements

• Enrolled student or recent graduate in a Mechanical Engineering program.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Physical Demands

• Frequent sitting and working at a computer for extended periods.
• Work in an office setting and shop floor environment.
• Work in and around industrial machinery, with potential exposure to:
  • Forging
  • Machining
  • Metal surface treatment
  • Welding
  • Stamping
• All necessary PPE (as defined by OSHA) and associated training will be provided.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, travel, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401K plans and a pension plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Financial assistance programs for adoption and further education.
• Comprehensive wellness program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support health and wellness.

Pay

$22.00 hourly