Why Valmont
We’re Here to Move the World Forward.
Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better.
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Location: Valley Campus (onsite) | Start Date: Summer 2026
This position is anticipated to begin at the start of summer 2026, with full-time hours during the summer. There may be an opportunity to transition to part-time hours during the fall and spring semesters, allowing the candidate to potentially continue working while attending school.
A Brief Summary of This Position:
At Valmont, we believe a career here is a career with a future! As a global leader in infrastructure and agriculture solutions, we design and build the products that connect and sustain the world.
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our Infrastructure Division. In this role, you’ll be an active participant in contributing to the goals of the Manufacturing Engineering team while learning best practices from some of the finest engineers in the world. You’ll gain hands-on experience, exposure to cross-functional collaboration, and valuable insight into real-world manufacturing challenges that make a global impact.
Valmont’s internship program is designed to empower emerging professionals by offering meaningful work, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and subject matter experts across a variety of disciplines while building technical and professional skills that will serve you throughout your career.
What You’ll Do:
Actively participate in improving design criteria, analysis methods, and drafting procedures, and assist in developing new methods and processes
Collaborate with team members from Manufacturing, Procurement, Service, Quality Assurance, and Engineering Services to understand the full product development process and assist in troubleshooting design and manufacturing challenges
Work with all levels of manufacturing, including maintenance, operators, supervisors, managers, and safety teams, to gain exposure to the entire production environment
Drive and support engineering solutions to resolve manufacturing issues such as safety hazards, machine breakdowns, capacity constraints, quality concerns, material handling, and process improvements
Provide assistance in resolving product and machine problems and identifying opportunities for efficiency and quality improvements
Recommend and coordinate tests to validate theoretical designs when necessary
Participate in hands-on learning experiences through project work, leadership development, job shadowing, and interaction with senior leadership
Present findings and recommendations to business leaders in both individual and group project formats
What We’re Looking For:
Rising junior or senior currently pursuing a degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Civil engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university
CAD skills, including design applications, and an ability to convert drawings to 3D models
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications
Ability to convert drawings to 3D models
Highly qualified candidates will possess a GPA of 3.0+
What You’ll Gain:
Paid internship with meaningful, career-related work experience
Tuition assistance and other benefits are available based on hours worked
Full-time and flexible during the summer, part-time during the academic year, with potential for a full-time position post-graduation.
A supportive culture focused on learning and growth
Opportunities to collaborate with intern peers and company leaders
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Benefits
Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Some offerings are dependent upon the role, work schedule, or location and can include the following:
Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision)
401k retirement plan with company match
Paid time off
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid short-term and long-term disability including maternity leave
Work Life Support
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more
Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email EEOCompliance@Valmont.com.