Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.
Location: Euclid - 22801 - Cleveland, OH, United States (US)
Employment Status: Hourly Full-Time
Function: Engineering
Req ID: 24884
The Lincoln Electric Engineering Co-op and Internship Programs provide meaningful experiences that will enhance your education. Co-ops and Interns will be based at one of our U.S. locations with a majority of the opportunities based in Cleveland, Ohio. Positions will vary based on engineering discipline and academic level achieved.
Learning while earning: The Engineering Co-op and Internship Programs are designed to give candidates the opportunity to gain practical experience that will prepare you for a future at Lincoln Electric. The projects you will work on are real world scenarios where you can impact true business outputs. As a member of the program, you will be exposed to a wide variety of engineering and operations disciplines such as:
Research & Development
Manufacturing Engineering
Environmental Health & Safety
Consumable Engineering
Application Engineering
Additive Manufacturing
Power Electronics
Path to Opportunity: Lincoln Electric is an engineering-driven company that relies on operational efficiency to stay competitive in the markets we serve. Your experience in the Engineering Co-op and Internship Programs set you on a path to be a major contributor to the future of this company. Graduating seniors will have the opportunity to interview for a full-time position for our Development Program. A Lincoln Electric Co-op or Internship is more than just work.
Networking: Lincoln Electric is committed to keeping our Co-ops and Interns fully engaged in our company culture. Co-ops and Interns are each assigned an employee 'Peer' to help introduce them to the company and serve as a mentor throughout their term. Various networking events are held for our young professionals to interact and socialize outside of the office with not only Lincoln interns, but interns from other area companies, providing a unique perspective on building a career in Northeast Ohio. Previous events have included: National Intern Day, bowling, golfing, and luncheons with key leaders and executives.
Community Engagement: As one of the largest employers in Cleveland, Lincoln Electric maintains a positive presence in the community through philanthropic efforts and corporate functions. Employees participate in community service projects through organizations such as the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity, and Fleece and Thank You. Every summer, Lincoln Electric fields sports teams to compete against other companies in the Cleveland Corporate Challenge - and we like to win!
Professional Development: As the Welding Experts, we couldn't let our Co-ops and Interns leave without teaching them to strike an arc! All Co-ops and Interns participate in a week-long course in our world-renowned Welding Technology Center. Co-ops and Interns are invited to "Lunch and Learn" on a weekly basis with leaders from departments throughout the company. These sessions are designed to introduce Co-ops and Interns to departments outside of their own, and provide exposure of how each department functions as part of the company.
At the conclusion of the term, Co-ops and Interns take the spotlight to present on their project work in front of peers, supervisors, and company leadership - even the CEO!
Minimum Qualifications:
Pursuing an engineering degree in any of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Industrial, Material Science, Welding or Packaging. Other engineering degrees may be considered based on overall experience and business needs.
Cumulative GPA of 3.0
Ability to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis
Desire to work in a manufacturing environment
Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
