Controls Engineer Intern - Summer 2026

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Shawano, WI
In-Office
Internship
Manufacturing
The Role
The intern will assist in the design and evaluation of automation systems, participate in Continuous Improvement projects, and support troubleshooting and process improvements.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 Casting is hiring a Controls Engineer Intern!

At Charter, we believe our culture is our strongest competitive advantage. Join our team, where you’ll take on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally.

What Sets Our Internship Program Apart:

  • Impactful Work & Growth: Contribute to meaningful projects that drive company goals while developing skills through mentorship, training, and networking.
  • Compensation Benefits: Competitive compensation, receive weekly pay, and paid holidays.
  • Career Advancement: Explore full-time employment opportunities across our four business divisions and corporate office, with adjusted service time if hired after graduation.
  • Recognition & Culture: Join a workplace that celebrates achievements, values contributions, and invests in your future.
  • Program Highlights: Experience our Intern Kickoff Day, Volunteer Opportunities, Professional Development Workshops, and the End of Summer Intern Showcase.

Program Structure:

  • Duration/Schedule: Full-time during the summer months
  • Location: Shawano - Onsite
  • Start Date: May 2026

What We're Looking For:

  • Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Electrical/Controls Engineering or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level.
  • 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.

Preferred Experience:

  • Training in PLC languages.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft SQL, Wonderware InTouch.

What You'll Focus On:

  • Assist with design and evaluation of automation and control systems.
  • Participate in Continuous Improvement projects.
  • Document and improve processes.
  • Assist in other projects and function as a resource for other team members.
  • Assist maintenance with troubleshooting, PLC upgrades, and utility SCADA systems.
  • Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.
  • Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.

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Autocad
MS Office
Microsoft Sql
Plc Languages
Wonderware Intouch
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The Company
Mequon, , Wisconsin
285 Employees
Year Founded: 1936

What We Do

Charter Manufacturing Company, Inc. is a family-owned group of differentiated metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936. Our will to grow is our success. It is the result of Charter’s respected team of employees, each person’s dedication to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

Our businesses include Charter Steel, Charter Dura-Bar, Charter Wire and Charter Aarrowcast.

Connect with us and learn about the stories and successes our family of employees share.

Visit http://www.chartermfg.com/work/jobs/ to learn more about opportunities for employment and where you might fit in

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