Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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Engineering Intern - Summer 2025 

About Hytrol: At Hytrol, we create material handling technology and relationships that move the world. Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas & Fort Smith, Arkansas, we are a leading material handling technology company offering a wide range of products and solutions for our customers and partners. When you join Hytrol, you join a group dedicated to pushing the limits of what is possible in material handling and improving the well-being of both ourselves and others. 

Internship Overview: The Hytrol Internship program is a 10-week opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. Interns work side-by-side with industry professionals on real-world projects. Participants graduate from the program having developed both professionally and personally. Internship location, Jonesboro or Fort Smith, will be determined after preliminary interviews.

• 10-week summer program: May 19 – Aug 1, 2025 
• Average 40 hours per week @ min $20/hour 
• Housing provided for out-of-town participants
• Extensive professional development opportunities  

Job Summary: As a Summer Intern at Hytrol, you will work within one of our specialized engineering teams—Design, R&D, Controls, Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement. You will be part of a collaborative team tasked with developing, improving, and supporting material handling systems and conveyor technology that serves a wide range of industries worldwide. Through this role, you will contribute to innovative solutions that push the boundaries of material handling, enhance efficiency, and support our customers' unique needs. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design & Development: Collaborate with design teams to develop innovative conveyor systems, material handling solutions, and custom products to meet customer needs. 

• Research & Development: Engage in research activities to improve existing technologies and develop new solutions that advance the field of material handling. 

• Product Testing & Validation: Conduct product testing to validate designs, ensure safety standards are met, and troubleshoot any issues that arise during the product development phase. 

• Project Management: Oversee project timelines, ensuring that project milestones are met on time and within budget. Coordinate with various departments such as manufacturing, sales, and customer service. 

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement in engineering design, production, and performance, implementing best practices to enhance overall product quality and efficiency. 

• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed engineering documentation, including design specifications, technical drawings, testing results, and reports. 

Engineering Specializations:

Product & Design Engineering: 

• Work within a specific conveyor model family, attaining technical mastery in all design aspects. 
• Collaborate with Product Engineers, Order Processors, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless design execution and support. 
• Address design errors and rework issues, ensuring the accuracy and functionality of the product. 

Research and Development (R&D) Engineering: 

• Contribute to the development of advanced material handling equipment and technologies. 
• Perform research, conduct tests, collect and analyze data, and maintain comprehensive test records. 
• Collaborate on CAD designs and project management, driving innovation in conveyor technology. 
• Communicate findings and design recommendations to the team for implementation. 

Controls Engineering:

• Develop and configure control packages using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and other devices for conveyors. 
• Design electrical panels containing hardware to support control systems. 
• Work closely with applications teams and customers to meet job-specific control requirements. 
• Provide electrical and controls support for conveyor lab equipment used in testing and showings. 

Manufacturing Engineering: 

• Identify areas for improvement in manufacturing processes and develop strategies to improve production flow. 
• Implement cost-saving projects, collaborating with manufacturing teams. 
• Monitor scrap activities and assist in researching equipment related to capital improvements. 
• Focus on optimizing efficiency and improving operational procedures. 

Continuous Improvement Engineering:

• Partner with production teams to design new processes that enhance workflow and efficiency. 
• Develop specialized tools or equipment to help operators complete tasks more efficiently. 
• Monitor waste and non-value-added activities. Research equipment to support capital improvement initiatives. 
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste and increasing productivity. 

Christy Valentine, Manager of Academic & Philanthropic Programs, oversees the Hytrol Internship Program. You can reach her at cvalentine@hytrol.com. 

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