Summer Intern - Commercial Installation/Sales Engineer

We are hiring interns for Summer 2027!

Our team is hiring interns at our Cincinnati, OH, Faribault, MN and Louisville, KY locations for Summer 2027. These positions go from May-August (12-week program) and offer hands-on project experience, professional development, and much more!

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment generates $200M in revenue and EBITDA margins of 20-25%. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

What You Can Expect

This internship provides hands-on lab and production experience, mentorship from industry experts, and the opportunity to contribute to the next generation of products. Interns will work closely with engineering and production teams and spend significant time on the manufacturing floor.

· Structured, project-based program focusing on skill set growth, technology and systems knowledge, business acumen, and professional development

· Regular coaching and feedback sessions with mentors and supervisors

· Leadership opportunities through activities and presentations

· Connect with leadership team through various events

· Exposure to other Apogee locations and business units

· Partner with other interns through projects, community events, and social activities

What You’ll Do

· Work alongside sales and engineering teams on real projects.

· Assist with coordinating installation projects and tracking project timelines.

· Review installation drawings, specifications, measurements, and site requirements.

· Help identify potential installation challenges and communicate them to the appropriate teams.

· Assist sales and engineering with customer inquiries and technical product questions.

· Prepare quotes, proposals, presentations, and product specifications.

· Research customer needs and help identify appropriate product solutions. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

· Help implement engineering solutions and see projects through to completion.

What We’re Looking For

· Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at a four year college or university in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

· Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing at the time of the internship.

· Minimum 3.0 GPA.

· Interest in manufacturing and hands-on engineering work.

· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, maintenance, and quality teams.

· Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and spending time on the production floor.

· Strong communication and organizational skills.

· Willingness to learn, ask questions, and take initiative.

What You’ll Gain

· Hands-on experience in a sales engineering environment.

· Exposure to real engineering projects and production processes.

· Mentorship from experienced engineering professionals.

· Experience with process improvement and problem solving.

· The opportunity to contribute to projects that impact products and operations.

· A strong foundation for a career in manufacturing engineering.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team:

· Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

· Incentive Plans

· 401(k) with employer contribution and match

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

· Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

· Paid Holidays

· Tuition Reimbursement Program

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Wellness Program

· Training and Career Progression

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

• Incentive Plans

• 401(k) with employer contribution and match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

• Paid Holidays

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Wellness Program

• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.