Textile Engineer Intern

Job Description:

We are looking for a summer Textile Engineer Intern for Summer 2027 to form part of our Texwipe business unit team. Texwipe is a market leader in contamination control. With over 60 years’ experience and the most recognized name in the industry, Texwipe is known as the innovators in wiper technology. From our patented sealed-border technology to our Vectra® continuous wiper cleaning process, Texwipe is committed to producing the highest quality cleanroom consumable products in the world.

Our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner. We aspire for everyone to perform to their full potential and value the unique and diverse perspectives, experiences and ideas that make us better together.

In this internship you will gain valuable experience and exposure to a wide range of operational areas and topics. You will be expected to present your projects to the team at the end of the summer.

This position is in Mount Airy, NC and will last approximately 10-12 weeks, to be determined with the selected candidate and R&D team.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Improve textile manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality. Implement lean principles and continuous improvement. Monitor production quality and ensure compliance with standards. Maintain records and prepare reports for management. Collaborate with R&D on new products and techniques. Review and confirm current material set up.

• Analyze textile manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality and provide summary report of findings.

• Monitor production quality and ensure compliance with Texwipe specifications.

• Maintain detailed records of process improvement suggestions, troubleshooting activities, and quality control measures.

• Collaborate with R&D teams to develop new textile products and innovative manufacturing techniques.

• Limited travel to suppliers

Qualifications:

• Must be in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree in textile engineering or another related field. Ideally targeting graduation Fall 2027 or Spring 2028.

• Possess strong leadership, data analytics, organizational, interpersonal, and written and oral communication skills.

• Self-directed, results-oriented and customer focused.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel etc.).

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work as part of a team, and independently.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.