Project Engineer Intern - Summer

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!

At Charter Manufacturing, we believe our culture is our strongest competitive advantage. Join our team, where you’ll take on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally.

• Impactful Work & Growth:
  Contribute to meaningful projects that drive company goals while developing skills through mentorship, training, and networking
• Compensation Benefits:
  Competitive compensation, receive weekly pay, and paid holidays
• Career Advancement:
  Explore full-time employment opportunities across our four business divisions and corporate office, with adjusted service time if hired after graduation
• Recognition & Culture:
  Join a workplace that celebrates achievements, values contributions, and invests in your future
• Program Highlights:
  Experience our Intern Kickoff Day, Volunteer Opportunities, Professional Development Workshops, and the End of Summer Intern Showcase

• Duration/
  
  Schedule:
  
  Flexible part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer months
• Location:
  
  Shawano, WI Onsite
• Start Date:
  
  May 2026

• 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 Power Point
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Ability to succeed in a team environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• AutoCAD experience.

• Lead 1–2 small safety projects from start to finish, including design, coordination, and implementation
• Work directly with operations, vendors, and fabricators to align project scope and execution
• Assist with design and specification of equipment for the HEL2 / bar line consolidation project
• Create and modify designs in Solid Works; support development of fabrication-ready drawings
• Observe and learn about foundry equipment, material flow, and process fundamentals
• Summarize contributions in a final presentation to site leadership

Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.