Quality Engineer Intern

Job Title: Quality Engineer Intern

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt 

Department: Quality Engineering  

Reports to: Quality Manager 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:

As a Quality Engineer Intern, you will get broad exposure to our Quality Engineering organization and leadership team. Our interns gain invaluable job experience, career development and leadership opportunities. You will receive both technical and leadership training to enhance your skill set. Interns work with cross-functional teams to drive performance improvements and receive a great introduction to our collaborative, fun and engaging culture. Interns will identify, work on, and present a project that will benefit you as well as the plant facility and our organization. This position is administrative support driven. It collaborates with all parties in the Quality Engineering department, and performs functions, and ensuring products, processes, and systems meet established quality standards and customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional & Technical Skills

• Assist in the review and analysis of Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and corrective actions.
• Support root cause analysis and problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, or Pareto Charts.
• Participate in supplier quality activities, including reviewing supplier documentation and assisting with incoming inspection processes.
• Assist in the development, review, and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and templates.
• Support the collection and analysis of quality metrics (e.g., defect rates, first-pass yield, rework percentage).
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen events).
• Assist in preparation for internal and external audits (ISO 9001 or other applicable standards).
• Document findings and prepare reports or presentations for the Quality team and leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations.

• >3.0 cumulative overall GPA or better (on a 4.0 scale). 
• Currently a full-time student, junior status or higher pursuing a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, or related business discipline. The individual shall also have completed the "core" coursework for his/her chosen discipline.
• Strong initiative and ability to in teams and individually without direct supervision. 
• Proficient in basic computer programs/business software: Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Must be willing to relocate in commutable distance to Hamel, MN from approximately May–August 2027 and able to work for a minimum of 12 weeks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Resourceful and innovative in finding solutions to ambiguous problems.
• Self-starter with ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong commitment to a career in Quality Engineering in a manufacturing company.
• Demonstrated analytic approach to problem-solving.
• Knowledge of LEAN or Continuous Improvement practices.
• Leadership experience in student groups, volunteer experience & related extracurriculars.
• Prior work on projects in a team environment (relevant academic projects and/or previous internship experience).

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

• Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer
• May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally
• Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

Benefits:

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation:

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.