Maintenance Engineering Intern

Position Description and Purpose: 

Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roskam Foods is a leading contract manufacturer that partners with world-renowned food brands, retailers, and food service providers to produce a myriad of frozen, refrigerated and shelf-stable products. We’re a scaled, diversified operation with over 2 million square feet of manufacturing and 50 production lines across 8 facilities in the U.S. and Canada. We believe in the power of purpose-driven leadership to generate value for all. And we’re on a mission to optimize the potential of our people and brands. We are passionate about multiplying possibilities for our employees and our partners. 

Roskam Foods produces and packages food products with the goal of consistently meeting and exceeding customer expectations for quality, safety, and wholesomeness.

Roskam has a full-time Summer 2026 Maintenance internship opportunity available for individuals currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical or a related engineering field; recent graduates may apply with a related concentration and interest in a career within the Engineering.  The summer internships will be on-site at our facilities in Grand Rapids. 

This maintenance engineering intern position offers hands-on experience in the field of mechanical engineering, providing an opportunity to work on real-world projects that impact our products and services. The ideal candidate will collaborate with other engineers, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of projects and continuous improvement of the production processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze production processes and equipment for potential improvements
• Identify root cause of production issues and provide solutions
• Review current Preventative Maintenance schedule and processes
• Update processes, materials and communication around updates to PM
• Documenting and maintaining accurate records of all design-related activities and decisions.
• Performing continuous improvement activities to enhance the efficiency, quality, and safety of the food manufacturing processes and equipment.

Required and Preferred Qualifications:

Required:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred:

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in Engineering software

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical experience in the field of mechanical engineering.
• Exposure to product design cycles, from concept to production.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills in CAD.
• Networking with professionals and gaining mentorship from experienced engineers.

Roskam Foods offers a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, tuition reimbursement, life and disability insurance, and a 401 (k) plan with company match.

AAP/EEO Statement: Roskam Foods is a recognized veteran-friendly and equal opportunity employer.

We are excited to introduce you to all that Roskam has to offer—from the many valuable benefits to programs that support your lifestyle needs and opportunities for professional development. Roskam is an equal opportunity employer.