Intern, Manufacturing Engineer

We are seeking a highly talented Manufacturing Engineer Intern to join our Grain & Protein Technologies manufacturing team at our Paris, Illinois location for the Summer of 2026.

This is a paid internship during the summer of 2026.

Students will work 40 hours per week onsite at our office in Paris, IL from tentatively June 1 st through August 28 th .

Your Impact


* Analyze and design lean manufacturing cells using appropriate systems and tools to optimize use of space, equipment, material, and personnel.


* Develop and maintain Standard Work and Work Instructions.


* Maintain, troubleshoot, update and/or design manufacturing equipment.


* Work closely with research and development, quality assurance, operations, and maintenance personnel to prevent and/or solve problems with products, equipment, and tooling.


* Support current and new product introductions.


* Comply with all Grain & Protein Technologies, safety rules, policies and procedures.

Your Experience and Qualifications


* Enrollment in a degree program in manufacturing engineer, agricultural engineering or related field


* Must be registered as a full-time student


* Must be able to commute to work location on a daily basis


* Strong computer literacy: MS Office Suite; web-based applications

A Plus If You Have


* Thorough knowledge of lean terminology and processes


* Experience with controls, automation, PLC/HMI, and electrical schematics


* Experience in design of manufacturing equipment, tooling, and material handling systems


* Strong problem-solving capabilities


* Strong project management skills


* Experience with 2D drawing and 3D modeling systems: AutoCAD; Solid Works and/or Creo

Your Compensation and Benefits

Expected hourly wage for this role will be $20 - 22 / hour.

This is dependent upon year in school.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers.

Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein

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GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive and more profitable

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GPT Culture: Winning Values and Winning Behaviors that nurtures a "Winners Win" culture of excellence

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GPT Approach: Achieve balanced and sustainable success for Employees, Customers, and OwnersGrain & Protein Technologies is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and marketer of reliable, durable, and innovative equipment solutions for grain, seed, poultry, egg, and swine production.

Generating $1.1 billion in annual revenue, the Company serves ...