Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op (Spring 2027)

Who We Are: 

At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee has the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, learn from one another and maximize the potential of a global workplace. 

Manufacturing Engineering Spring Co-op Description: 

During the Spring term, you will be placed as a Manufacturing Engineering Spring Co-op at an Owens Corning manufacturing plant for approximately 16 weeks. You will be mentored by seasoned technical specialists and provided value added projects throughout this period. Projects will give you hands-on experience with the technical issues that you'll face in the production environment, and they will cover the following topics: 

• Safety leadership 

• Process and product improvement 

• Productivity increases 

• Waste elimination 

• Total Productive Maintenance 

In addition, you will develop the following skills necessary to be an effective manufacturing leader: 

• Troubleshoot and problem solve designs, materials, or processes 

• Leverage analytics & data-based decision making 

• Enhance leadership capabilities and lead teams 

• Effectively communicate and elevate performance of self and others 

• Strengthen technical expertise  

• Understand customer-driven focus 

At the conclusion of the internship, participants may be offered an additional internship or full-time employment in one of Owens Corning's Operations Leadership Development Programs, following graduation. 

Internship Benefits: 

• Formal and informal personal and professional development activities 

• Mentorship program with seasoned technical professionals 

• Project-specific training 

• Opportunity to evaluate the company for full-time employment 

• Networking opportunities and exposure to senior leadership 

What We’re Looking For: 

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who demonstrates their ability to take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks in a team environment. While expressing a desire to develop both technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, to further their career and have a long-term impact on Owens Corning. 

Selection Criteria: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or relevant major and/or field 

• Previous relevant internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting 

• Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations 

• Willingness and flexibility to relocate 

Location of Assignment: 

Participants are based at various manufacturing sites in the US.