Co-op: Assembly Manufacturing Engineering (Spring 2025)Location:Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742Position Type: StudentTransport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.About this roleWe are currently looking for students to work with our production teams as a Manufacturing Engineering intern. You should be prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced environment, gaining experience and knowledge in various aspects of engineering. As a valued member of our team within GTO, you will have the opportunity to work directly on production focusing on increasing efficiency and quality while utilizing your engineering education and continuous improvement mindset. GTO’s goal is to contribute to your development, as well as providing an opportunity to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry.Position Responsibilities
Support and assist in the Manufacturing Engineering Activities of Powertrain Assembly Areas
Drive lean methodology
Data Analysis and Quality Improvement
Data analysis focus on standards and repeatability
Quality and production process review and improvements
Help facilitate continuous improvement and identify opportunities on your own to implement
Communicate effectively with production personnel
Participate in project planning, implementation, and improvements
Works with the production teams to reduce non-value add activities
Assist with Plant Summer Shutdown planning activities
Designing tools & fixtures to support production
Help stabilize the new line balance in stations with new work content
Assist in follow-up, reports and flow charts.
Critical Competencies
Attention to Detail: Provide accurate data and reports that are pertinent to the team’s tasks.
Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably, and actively seek feedback from experienced engineers, project manager, etc.
Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on projects, assigned tasks, etc.
Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responds to changes in direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and assignments.
Who are you?Minimum Education and Program Requirements:
Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing an Engineering Degree. Preferred specializations are Manufacturing at an accredited school and have completed 30 semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the co-op. As part of the co-op the student must be receiving academic credit or notation for the role.
Applicants are preferred to have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75.
Strong communication skills.
Valid US Work authorization.
Customer Focus
Helpful Skills and Qualities:
Technical Skills
Peer Relationships
Integrity and Trust
Standing Alone
Action Oriented
Perseverance
Communication
What's in it for you?At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00. The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:
Housing assistance
Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization
Training and personal development
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.Who we are and what we believe inOur focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?Job Category: EngineeringOrganization: Group Trucks OperationsTravel Required: No Travel RequiredRequisition ID: 14596View All Jobs (https://jobs.volvogroup.com/?locale=enUS)Do we share the same aspirations?Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.Nearest Major Market: Hagerstown
