Manufacturing Engineer Intern

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Location: Tulsa Campus (onsite)

This position is expected to begin in Fall 2026 and will offer part-time hours during the academic year. Depending on business needs and individual performance, there may be opportunities to continue through subsequent spring semesters and/or transition to a full-time summer role, allowing the successful candidate to gain ongoing experience while completing their education. Additionally, this internship is intended to serve as a talent pipeline for future full-time opportunities within the organization, providing high-performing interns with potential consideration for permanent roles upon graduation.

A Brief Summary of This Position:

Valmont is currently seeking a highly motivated and talented individual for the Manufacturing Intern position in the NA Ops Division. We are looking for a highly driven individual that will be an active participant in contributing to the goals of the NA Operations Oklahoma Operations team. You will learn a tremendous amount in this role and will be given exposure to other parts of the business, including subject matter experts from a wide variety of divisions and professions. This role is ideal for a self-motivated and driven engineering/business student who has a desire to learn and grow in a manufacturing environment where your work will make a difference on a daily basis.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, HR, operations, quality and safety on projects and daily work functions.

• Assist in identifying and implementing solutions to improve business processes.

• Apply lean/manufacturing principles in order to achieve business objectives.

• Assist with the establishment of production standards.

• Work with an operations team consisting of production staff, production support, quality assurance and operations.

• Assist in identifying capacity constraints, quality issues, design improvements, as well as additional processes.

• Participate in hands-on learning experiences through project work, leadership development, job shadowing and interaction with senior leadership.

• Present learning and recommendations to various business leaders in both individual and group project formats.

• Other duties as required/assigned.

Required Qualifications of Every Candidate:

• Enrolled in an accredited university and actively pursuing a degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or Civil Engineering

• Junior or senior standing with an anticipated graduation in the next 18 months

• CAD skills including design applications and an ability to convert drawings to 3D models

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications

• Ability to convert drawings to 3D models

• Demonstrated strong communication interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Demonstrated problem-solving/critical thinking skills

Highly Qualified Candidates Will Also Possess These Qualifications:

• GPA of 3.0+

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Benefits

Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:

• Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off

• Employer paid life insurance

• Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave

• Work Life Support

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year

• Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more

Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.