[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Illinois Tool Works jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Illinois Tool Works · Lakeville, MN # Manufacturing Engineering Intern Lakeville, Minnesota, United States of America Full-time Early career $26.00 - $29.00 per hour Manufacturing & Production Listed on Illinois Tool Works’s official careers site. Posted September 22, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Illinois Tool Works’s careers site →](https://careers.itw.com/us/en/job/ITWITWUSJR10099EXTERNALENUS/Manufacturing-Engineering-Intern) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Illinois Tool Works](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/) / Manufacturing Engineering Intern ## Job description ### Job Description Despatch Industries, a division Illinois Tool Works Inc. has specialized in providing innovative thermal processing technology solutions for over 100 years. Despatch has grown and evolved into a global brand that is recognized for providing top quality products and world-class customer service. Despatch has three business units focused on meeting the demands of the thermal, solar and carbon fiber markets. Despatch is the market leader in several areas, e.g. metallization contact firing in solar cell manufacturing, and oxidation ovens for the carbon fiber industry. The unique opportunity that exists at a capital equipment manufacturer that has a market leading position like Despatch, is that improvements made to our products not only help Despatch but can improve entire industries. ### Job Summary We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. The qualified candidate will be involved in engineering projects and will spend time in Engineering, Operations, and the Despatch Innovation Center. This position will be located in Lakeville, Minnesota. ### Key Responsibilities As a key member of our team, you will: Assist in projects related to automation, layout changes and quality assurance. Collaborate with Operations and Manufacturing to develop and refine production processes. Investigate manufacturing challenges and design machine-based solutions. Analyze process data, identify trends, and present actionable recommendations. Help document and standardize procedures to ensure consistent product quality and performance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS Currently enrolled in a bachelor level or higher degree program in Manufacturing Engineering for our technical position. Manufacturing experience preferred but not required High degree of technical aptitude Results oriented - Strong communication skills - Learn more about the ITW Internship experience at [https://careers.itw.com/us/en/students](https://careers.itw.com/us/en/students) Compensation Information: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour depending on experience 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 22, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 26 days - Location: Lakeville, Minnesota, United States of America - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $26.00 - $29.00 per hour[Apply on Illinois Tool Works’s careers site →](https://careers.itw.com/us/en/job/ITWITWUSJR10099EXTERNALENUS/Manufacturing-Engineering-Intern) ## More jobs at Illinois Tool Works ### [Engineering Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/10912dde5e705b739532/) Lakeville, Minnesota, United States of America ### [1st shift Entry-Level Fabricator in Appleton, Wisconsin, United States of America | Manufacturing at ITW](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/58f98820a3de88123398/) Appleton, Wisconsin, United States of America ### [1st shift Shipper / Receiver](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/95dd5ec591489b3c8d36/) Hatfield, Pennsylvania, United States of America ### [2nd Shift Calibrator / Assembler](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/088921aaee3f4d5df6a3/) Fairmont, Minnesota, United States of America ### [2nd Shift Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/illinois-tool-works/jobs/5eea9a2bb8faef63ef07/) Mechanic Falls, Maine, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Manufacturing Engineering Aide Sr](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/85dc2f7085601ea2bdac/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Manufacturing Engineering Asc Mgr](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/71ac1e7e6bc07699c940/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Manufacturing Engineering Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/de990b2f81c125993ca7/) General Dynamics · Marion, VA, US ### [Manufacturing Engineering Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/bf08680b59cc832ef353/) General Dynamics · Scottsdale, AZ, US ### [Manufacturing Engineering Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/ec7f6b671713d09e1df0/) Eaton · Arden, North Carolina, USA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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