Intern, Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Title: Intern, Manufacturing Engineering – Chemical Processing

Job Code: 47581

Job Location: Canoga Park, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Chemical Processing Intern will support engineering and manufacturing teams in the development, control, and improvement of chemical processing operations. This internship provides hands-on exposure to production support, process documentation, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement activities in a manufacturing environment. The intern will work with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, quality, environmental health and safety, and operations to help ensure chemical processes are efficient, compliant, and capable of meeting business and customer requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Support daily chemical processing and manufacturing operations

• Assist with process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures

• Help collect, analyze, and report process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to process issues

• Support process validation, qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives

• Collaborate with quality and production teams to support yield, throughput, and compliance objectives

• Help ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements for chemical handling and processing

Qualifications:

• To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a bachelor’s, master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Basic understanding of chemical processing, materials science, manufacturing processes, or laboratory practices

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Experience working in a laboratory, manufacturing shop, or other team-oriented environment

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is $25.40/hr - $48/hr. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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