# Process Engineer Intern (Year-Round) at Charter Manufacturing

- Company: [Charter Manufacturing](https://chartermfg.com)
- Location: Milwaukee, WI
- Type: Internship · Internship
- Posted: 2026-09-10
- Apply: https://chartermfg.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Charter_Careers/job/Charter-Wire---Menomonee-Valley---Milwaukee-WI/Process-Engineer-Intern--Year-Round-_R08057
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/process-engineer-intern-year-round-550fba42

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Support manufacturing operations by observing workflows and resolving issues on production floor.
- Collaborate on teams focused on enhancing operational efficiency.
- Assess and estimate costs for various operational problems.
- Create technical solutions via CAD software and additive manufacturing.
- Track and evaluate process metrics throughout project lifecycles.

What they're looking for:

- Currently pursuing a four-year Engineering degree or similar field, minimum Sophomore standing.
- Maintain at least a 2.75 GPA.
- Comfortable using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrate effective communication both verbally and in writing.
- Thrive collaborating with others and juggling concurrent responsibilities.
- Preferred: prior manufacturing exposure and CAD proficiency.

Pay and perks:

- Compensated internship featuring mentoring and career development.
- Access to networking events, community service activities, and end-of-summer celebration.

## Posting

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 Wire is a leading Tier 1 supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to various industries, including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial and Oil & Gas. Charter Wire is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.

### About the Process Engineer Internship

Provide technical support to operations by spending time on the floor learning processes, troubleshooting, and leading and/or participating on multiple process improvement teams.

### Program structure

- Schedule: Part-time (15-20 hours/week) during the academic year and full-time (40 hours/week) during the summer.
- Location: Milwaukee - Menomonee Valley
- Start Date: January 2027
- Duration: Year-round internship

### What we're looking for

- Enrollment in a four-year degree program in 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

- Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
- AutoCAD experience.

### What you'll focus on

- Investigate, evaluate and develop project estimates for a variety of operational business challenges at Charter Wire.
- Design solutions to resolve challenges throughout the building via AutoCad (SolidWorks) part creation with occasional utilization of 3D printing.
- Manage process data collection and analysis as part of project tracking and completion.

### What Sets Our Internship Program Apart

Work on meaningful projects while receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities that help launch your career. Our paid internship program also includes signature experiences like Charter's Intern Kickoff Day, volunteer opportunities, professional development workshops, and the Intern Summer Showcase.

Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.

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