Operations Management Internship

Your role

As part of these programs, you'll dive headfirst into real-world problems, honing the skills you need to develop into a top-tier leader. Your assignments are more than tasks and busy work, they're your chance to drive innovation in intelligent power management and shape the future of your company. And now for the best part - you won't be on a solo mission. You'll team up with seasoned leaders, gaining diverse experiences that'll drive you forward to reach your career goals.

Position Overview:

The internship will help participants develop a wide range of leadership and functional responsibilities within the field of operations. Potential opportunities for Operations Interns include:   

• Manufacturing Engineering   
• Continuous Improvement   
• Operational Excellence   
• Supply Chain   
• Quality Assurance   
• Environmental Health and Safety   

About you

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled or received a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum overall cumulative GPA of 2.8.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future.
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in a bachelor's or master’s degree program with a major in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering.
• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher.
• Prior internship or co-op experience.
• Completion of sophomore year by the start of the internship.
• Demonstrated leadership experience within campus/and or community.
• Ability to speak a second language.

Skills/Position Criteria:

• Interest in pursuing a career as a leader of people in operations.
• This role may include travel (up to 10%) within a local region as determined by the intern assignment manager.
• Transportation to and from the worksite and incidental business travel is the responsibility of the intern; however, expenses for required and approved business travel (not including the worksite) will be reimbursed.
• The summer internship culminates with a formal presentation where interns showcase their success stories to leaders of the organization and receive feedback on their performance.

Compensation & benefits

The hourly rate for this position can range from $20.77 - $34.62 per hour. If you join as a full-time employee, you will get the following benefits:

• Healthcare coverage including Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with company contributions
• Retirement savings with a 401(k) plan, company matching, and retirement contributions
• Wellness programs and resources
• Flexible work options
• Tuition assistance and educational assistance programs
• Donation matching through a Matching Gifts Program
• Paid time off and recognition programs
• Experience a culture of innovation, growth, and collaboration at Eaton.

Training & development

During the internship, you will engage in strategic networking by collaborating with senior leaders with mentorship programs woven into your experience. The development program spans diverse businesses and locations, providing global perspectives. Throughout this 12-week paid internship, students will engage in projects that hold tangible significance for their business while receiving guidance and mentorship from Eaton's esteemed leaders. The Eaton Internship Program – Operations Management develops interns through practical manufacturing and operations experiences, as well as assists in the personal development of leadership attributes through training, networking, and coaching.

Career progression

After completion of the internship, and upon graduation, your experience and newly acquired skills could steer you to a variety of career paths, including their full-time, rotational Operations Management Development Program. 

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• eaton.com/us/en-us/company/careers/university-students/program-overviews.html
• youtube.com/@eatoncorp