Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2027)
About the Role
During the Fall term, you will be placed as a Manufacturing Engineering Fall Co-op at an Owens Corning manufacturing plant for approximately 16 weeks. You will be mentored by seasoned technical specialists and provided value added projects throughout this period.
Projects and Skill Development
Projects will give you hands-on experience with the technical issues that you'll face in the production environment, covering the following topics:
- Safety leadership
- Process and product improvement
- Productivity increases
- Waste elimination
- Total Productive Maintenance
You will develop the following skills necessary to be an effective manufacturing leader:
- Troubleshoot and problem solve designs, materials, or processes
- Leverage analytics & data-based decision making
- Enhance leadership capabilities and lead teams
- Effectively communicate and elevate performance of self and others
- Strengthen technical expertise
- Understand customer-driven focus
What We're Looking For
Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who demonstrates their ability to take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks in a team environment. While expressing a desire to develop both technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, to further their career and have a long-term impact on Owens Corning.
Selection Criteria
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or relevant major and/or field
- Previous relevant internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting
- Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
- Willingness and flexibility to relocate
Location
Participants are based at various manufacturing sites in the US.
Internship Benefits
- Formal and informal personal and professional development activities
- Mentorship program with seasoned technical professionals
- Project-specific training
- Opportunity to evaluate the company for full-time employment
- Networking opportunities and exposure to senior leadership
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC).