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It’s an opportunity to turn engineering knowledge into hands-on experience and make a measurable impact on manufacturing operations.\nAt Neogen, we believe in developing the next generation of innovative thinkers, problem-solvers, and industry leaders. Our internship program offers meaningful, hands-on experience where you'll have the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge, collaborate with experienced professionals, and contribute to projects that support our global operations.\nThe Opportunity\nAs an Engineering Equipment & Metrology Intern, you'll gain valuable, real-world experience in manufacturing engineering, equipment troubleshooting, metrology, calibration, and continuous improvement while working alongside Neogen's experienced Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to see how engineering principles, technical problem-solving, and precision measurement come together to support reliable manufacturing operations. You'll play an active role in several meaningful engineering initiatives, including the rehabilitation and testing of existing equipment, support for new manufacturing technology, improvements to metrology and calibration processes, and workplace organization initiatives.\nFrom helping restore equipment performance and executing structured tests to improving asset documentation and implementing practical shop-floor solutions, your contributions will help strengthen equipment readiness, operational efficiency, and engineering processes. Throughout your internship, you'll receive hands-on mentorship and guidance while developing the technical, analytical, and professional skills needed to succeed in engineering, manufacturing, equipment reliability, or quality-related careers.\nWhat You'll Do\nBring Equipment Back to Peak Performance: Support the rehabilitation and operational readiness of Neogen's existing CS01 machine, assisting with troubleshooting, equipment assessments, and testing to help confirm proper functionality.\nGain Hands-On Equipment Testing Experience: Assist with developing and executing approved testing protocols, documenting results, and maintaining accurate technical records for the CS01 equipment.\nSupport New Manufacturing Technology: Collaborate with Engineering professionals on the new MFT machine, contributing to equipment observations, testing activities, issue tracking, and technical documentation.\nDrive Shop-Floor Improvements: Apply 5S workplace organization principles to identify and implement practical improvements that enhance organization, efficiency, safety, and standardization within the manufacturing environment.\nExplore Metrology & Calibration: Help review equipment asset information and support improvements to metrology and calibration processes, gaining insight into how accurate measurements contribute to manufacturing quality and reliability.\nStrengthen Asset Management: Assist with reviewing and improving asset records within ACE, supporting more consistent documentation, equipment tracking, and periodic review practices.\nApply Engineering Problem-Solving: Investigate equipment-related challenges, analyze available information, and collaborate with Engineering professionals to identify practical improvement opportunities.\nDevelop Sustainable Standards: Create and update technical documentation, visual workplace standards, testing records, and process resources that support consistency and long-term improvements.\nCollaborate Across Teams: Work alongside engineers, technicians, manufacturing associates, and other cross-functional partners to better understand how equipment performance and engineering decisions impact daily operations.\nMeasure and Communicate Results: Track project progress, document findings, and share technical recommendations and next steps with Engineering leadership.\nAll equipment testing, troubleshooting, and improvement activities will be performed under appropriate Engineering supervision and in accordance with established safety and quality procedures.\nWhat You'll Gain\nAt Neogen, we believe the best learning happens through experience. Throughout your internship, you'll have the opportunity to:\nGain hands-on experience working with manufacturing equipment and real-world engineering projects in an active production environment.\nLearn how engineers assess equipment performance, troubleshoot technical challenges, and support equipment rehabilitation and operational readiness.\nDevelop practical experience in equipment testing, test protocol execution, technical documentation, and results analysis.\nGain exposure to new manufacturing equipment and understand how Engineering teams support equipment evaluation, testing, and implementation.\nExplore the fundamentals of metrology, calibration, and precision measurement, including their importance in maintaining reliable manufacturing processes.\nLearn how equipment asset information, calibration records, and periodic review practices support quality and operational consistency.\nApply 5S and continuous improvement principles to create more organized, efficient, and sustainable manufacturing workspaces.\nStrengthen your ability to interpret technical information, organize engineering data, and communicate findings.\nDevelop experience coordinating multiple engineering assignments, prioritizing activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.\nBuild confidence in technical problem-solving, professional communication, and presenting recommendations to Engineering leadership.\nYour Final Project: At the conclusion of your internship, you'll have the opportunity to present your accomplishments to Engineering and site leadership, highlighting equipment testing and readiness, metrology and calibration improvements, completed 5S initiatives, and recommendations for continued progress.\nWhat We're Looking For\nEducation\nCurrently pursuing a degree in one of the following fields or a related technical discipline:\nMechanical Engineering\nElectrical Engineering\nManufacturing Engineering\nIndustrial Engineering\nMechatronics\nA comparable engineering or technical field\nRelevant coursework in Machine Design, Manufacturing Processes, Instrumentation, Controls, Statistics, Quality, or Project Management is preferred.\nTechnical Skills\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for organizing data, documenting findings, and preparing technical reports.\nFoundational understanding of engineering principles, mechanical or electrical systems, or manufacturing equipment.\nBasic data analysis skills and the ability to interpret technical information.\nAbility to read technical documents, equipment instructions, or engineering specifications.\nInterest in equipment troubleshooting, testing, metrology, calibration, or manufacturing process improvements.\nWillingness to learn how to develop and maintain clear, accurate testing protocols and equipment records.\nFamiliarity with manufacturing equipment, measurement tools, or quality systems is beneficial but not required.\nAbility to follow established safety procedures and work effectively in an active manufacturing environment.\nSkills That Will Help You Succeed\nA hands-on, curious mindset and enthusiasm for understanding how equipment and manufacturing systems operate.\nStrong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.\nExceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, reliable results.\nA proactive, self-motivated approach with a willingness to take ownership of meaningful work.\nStrong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills.\nConfidence collaborating with engineers, technicians, manufacturing associates, and cross-functional teams.\nAdaptability and a willingness to spend time on the manufacturing floor learning directly from equipment and operations.\nOpenness to coaching, constructive feedback, and continuous learning.\nA strong commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.\nWhat Success Looks Like\nBy the end of your internship, you'll have contributed to advancing meaningful engineering initiatives while developing valuable technical and professional skills that will support your future career in engineering, manufacturing, equipment reliability, or metrology.\nSuccess will be demonstrated through:\nImproved Equipment Readiness: Support for successful rehabilitation and verification of the CS01 machine's intended operation through defined testing, with protocols, results, and equipment status clearly documented.\nMeaningful New Equipment Support: Completion of assigned MFT machine support activities, including equipment observations, testing documentation, issue tracking, and technical records.\nSustainable Workplace Improvements: Implementation of selected 5S initiatives with documented visual standards and clear practices to help maintain improvements.\nStronger Asset Management: Improved accuracy, organization, and usability of ACE asset information supporting metrology and calibration equipment.\nEnhanced Metrology & Calibration Processes: Contributions to a more consistent and effective periodic review process for measurement and calibration-related assets.\nActionable Engineering Recommendations: Development of practical improvement recommendations, documented findings, and a clear list of remaining actions for continued Engineering follow-up.\nProfessional Growth: Demonstrated development in equipment troubleshooting, technical documentation, engineering analysis, project coordination, and cross-functional collaboration.\nThroughout the internship, progress will be supported through regular mentor check-ins, ongoing coaching, and established project milestones.\nYour Final Presentation\nAt the conclusion of your internship, you'll showcase your work and the impact of your contributions through a presentation to Neogen's Engineering and site leadership teams.\nYour presentation will highlight:\nProject Overview: A review of the engineering initiatives supported throughout the internship, including equipment readiness, testing, metrology, calibration, and workplace organization objectives.\nEquipment Rehabilitation & Testing: An overview of the CS01 machine's initial condition, rehabilitation activities, testing methods, documented results, and operational readiness.\nNew Equipment Support: A summary of contributions to the MFT machine project, including testing activities, technical observations, documented findings, and outstanding items.\nMetrology & Calibration Improvements: An explanation of improvements to ACE asset records, periodic review practices, and supporting documentation.\n5S & Continuous Improvement Results: A demonstration of completed shop-floor improvements, including before-and-after observations, visual standards, and methods for sustaining progress.\nBusiness Impact & Future Recommendations: A summary of how the work supports equipment reliability, operational efficiency, documentation accuracy, and continued 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Our teams work together to maintain and improve the equipment, systems, and processes that support the quality and consistency of our products.\nAs an Engineering Equipment & Metrology Intern, you won't just observe from the sidelines. 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