R&D Technology Engineering Intern - Summer

This is an internship opportunity onsite and based in Fort Wayne, IN.

Work with the Technology Engineers to research and understand topics relating to rubber, PTFE, and plastic components. Gain knowledge on products through teardowns. To share knowledge gained with an audience within TSS.

Tasks and Responsibilities

* Perform basic research support on wide variety of topics for Technology Engineers.

* Perform teardowns on equipment and report on your findings

* Assist in setting up, monitoring, tearing down and reporting on various tests.

* Other duties as assigned to support the Company's business

Education and Experience

* Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Graduate Student in an engineering science or related field.

* Grade point average of 3.0 or higher

* MS office preferred

* CAD experience preferred

* Knowledge of science of hydraulics and fluid dynamics a plus

* Knowledge of PTFE, rubber and plastic materials a plus

* Experience with coding languages (ex: Python or C++) preferred.

* Proficient with hand tools

Competencies

* Excellent oral, written and presentation skills

* Ability to handle multifaceted work load and priorities

* Problem Solving Skills

* Critical Thinking Skills

Key Interfaces and Stakeholders

* R&D colleagues including local and global peers and all levels of management

* Marketing Company persons

Application:

Last Application Date 3/14/2026

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As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disability status.

This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee or Refugee.