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 1st through August 28th.
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.
1. GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein
2. GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive and more profitable
3. GPT Culture: Winning Values and Winning Behaviors that nurtures a “Winners Win” culture of excellence
4. GPT Approach: Achieve balanced and sustainable success for Employees, Customers, and Owners
Grain & 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 farmers and agribusiness managers in over 100 countries and currently operates 19 manufacturing facilities across 5 continents, employing more than 3600 people.
The Company goes to market with its strong portfolio of industry leading brands – GSI, Cumberland, AP, Tecno, Cimbria, Aerotech, Reventa, and Euroemme. With its Company Purpose of “Feeding the World Better”, Grain & Protein Technologies emphasizes advancing smart technologies and offering innovative technical solutions to make farmers and agribusiness managers more productive and profitable in a sustainable way.