Mechanical Engineering Intern (Year-Round)

About the role

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies. Gain hands-on experience using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office while supporting real-world maintenance and engineering projects. You’ll build valuable project management, problem-solving, and collaboration skills while learning to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Maintenance Mechanical Engineer on hands-on engineering projects throughout the processing plant
• Support machine design and equipment upgrades, including part design and plant layout improvements
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on enhancing plant operations, safety, and efficiency
• Incorporate safety and environmental considerations into equipment and process designs
• Collaborate with engineers and maintenance teams to support projects from design through implementation

Requirements

• Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field
• Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks

Skills

• Advanced Excel and analyst skills
• AutoCAD experience
• Exposure to Lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Tools

Schedule

Part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer. Location: Saukville, WI. Start Date: May 2027. Duration: Year-round internship.

Benefits

This is a paid internship program that includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase. Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.