Planning Engineer Intern

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Date: Sep 5, 2025

Location: Huntersville, NC, US, 28078

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. 

The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer.  Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible? 

Location: Huntersville, NC 

Shift: May 18th-Aug 7th 

Pay Rate: $20.00 – $23.00

Job Description

Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

“real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what’s possible?

Key Responsibilities
· Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and

will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

· You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational

leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

· You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and

offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

community service /volunteer initiatives.

· You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to

a world-class program community.

· Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Long Description

Responsible for supporting planning department. Drive paperless Initiatives for production floor to use O:/drive for electronic shop packs. The ideal candidate is detailed oriented with the ability to think critically and logically. The goal is to half the candidate develop and implement process for using electronic shop packs.

Key Responsibilities 

  • Conduct research, analyze data, and present findings to support engineering projects and process improvements
  • Design, development, work instructions using O: drive to replace paper shop packs
  • Support data collection and analysis for implementation
  • Assist in updating and creating engineering documentation, standard operating procedures, and process flow diagrams
  • Collaborate on continuous improvement projects to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance safety within manufacturing processes
  • Prepare technical reports, presentations, and other deliverables to communicate project progress and results
  • Engage with cross-functional teams including maintenance, production, quality, and safety to drive project success
  • Perform other engineering-related duties as assigned

Qualifications 

  • Minimum 2.5 GPA
  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or Industrial Engineering
  • Locate candidates pursuing education at University of North Carolina Charlotte or Central Piedmont
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Strong organization, planning, and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Benefits We Offer:

  • 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
  • Flexible Work Schedules

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


Nearest Major Market: Charlotte
Nearest Secondary Market: Concord