Quality Assurance Engineering - Undergrad Internship - Summer 2027

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Mooresville, NC, USA
Hybrid
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Curiosity wanted. Innovation required.​​​​​​​
The Role
Supports product performance, durability, and safety testing in Lowe’s QA Test Lab. Assists engineers and technicians with test setup, execution, results analysis, defect identification, documentation, process improvement, and reporting. Collaborates with Merchandising, Sourcing, Compliance, and Product Development teams while learning how testing standards such as UL, ASTM, and ANSI support product quality and customer trust.
Summary Generated by Built In
Do your Best Work in Mooresville
This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up - we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.
Your Impact
As a Quality Assurance Engineering Intern, you'll work within the Global Merchandising organization to help ensure Lowe's private brand products meet the highest standards before they reach our customers. You'll gain hands-on experience in our QA Test Lab-supporting engineers and lab technicians with product testing, results analysis, and process documentation. From evaluating product durability and safety to supporting cross-functional reviews with Merchandising and Compliance teams, you'll contribute to work that directly impacts product quality and customer trust. This internship offers a unique blend of engineering rigor and retail impact.
Summer Internship Program
Whether you're starting your professional journey or pivoting to a new field, Lowe's offers the resources and opportunities you need to thrive.
Our 10-week summer internship program (May 24th - July 30st) immerses you in real-world retail operations. You'll work directly with industry experts across our stores, distribution centers, and corporate offices, gaining practical experience through hands-on projects that make meaningful contributions to our business and communities.
To succeed in this role, we seek future leaders who:
  • Drive innovation with fresh perspectives and an eagerness to learn.
  • Bring dynamic energy while staying open to inspiration.
  • Take on challenges with sharp thinking and embrace new opportunities.
  • Build strong partnerships through collaborative teamwork.
  • Push boundaries to discover what's possible.

Do Your Best Work in Mooresville
This internship is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out, or get a check-up - we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.
What You Will Learn
  • Assist in the setup, execution, and documentation of product performance and durability tests in Lowe's QA Test Lab.
  • Work closely with engineers and technicians to analyze results and identify defects or failure points.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives by reviewing lab processes, reporting tools, and quality protocols.
  • Learn how test results support merchant decisions, customer satisfaction, and brand confidence.
  • Observe how QA collaborates with cross-functional teams including Merchandising, Sourcing, Compliance, and Product Development.
  • Gain familiarity with national and industry standards for product testing (e.g., UL, ASTM, ANSI).

Minimum Qualifications
  • Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Design, or a related field.
  • Expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.

Preferred Skills/Experience
  • 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher.
  • Strong technical aptitude and interest in product testing, materials science, or design validation.
  • Ability to read and interpret test specifications and engineering documents.
  • Familiarity with lab tools and measurement devices is a plus.
  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills.
  • Comfortable working in hands-on environments such as lab or workshop settings.
  • Experience in a leadership position at work or within a campus organization is a plus.

Benefits
  • Paid Internship
  • Eligibility for Lowe's Housing Benefit
  • 10% Associate Discount

For information about our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit Lowe's Benefits .
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2024 sales of more than $83 billion, Lowe's operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts, and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
EEO Statement
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
About Lowe's
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe's employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe's is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe's supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com .
Lowe's is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.

Skills Required

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Design, or a related field.
  • Expected graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  • Technical aptitude and interest in product testing, materials science, or design validation.
  • Ability to read and interpret test specifications and engineering documents.
  • Familiarity with laboratory tools and measurement devices.
  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills.
  • Comfort working in hands-on laboratory or workshop environments.
  • Leadership experience at work or within a campus organization.

What the Team is Saying

Lowe’s Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) match up to 4.25%—with early eligibility and immediate vesting—is repeatedly highlighted, including access for regular part-time associates. Feedback suggests this makes retirement benefits a notable strength of the package.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility — An Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 15% discount allows associates to buy company stock on favorable terms. Feedback suggests this ownership opportunity meaningfully supplements base compensation.
  • Parental & Family Support — Eligible full-time associates can receive up to 10 weeks of paid maternity leave and 4 weeks of paid parental leave, with adoption assistance and some fertility-related coverage also noted. Descriptions emphasize these as core elements of the family-support offering.

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The Company
HQ: Mooresville, NC
300,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1921

What We Do

It’s curious to think of innovation and stability co-existing. But we pair a 100-year track record of success with a hunger to do things differently. Everyone is in the work — tackling complex problems where your impact can build back or build up the communities we serve. We fill our halls with curious minds from all walks of life. Our differences make us stronger, which is why our leaders build cultures of recognition and inclusion. You are heard, and your curiosities are celebrated and championed here.

Why Work With Us

We have built a space where the curious can move freely. Up in title, up in skills, to the side with teams, or back to try something completely new. We help you find your path — because when you win, we all win.

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