Engineering Internship (High School)

Proven Leadership, Hard Work and Innovation Alive and Well in North America

Rittal North America has built a strong tradition of innovation and takes pride in a progressive approach to engineering. We design and manufacture the world’s leading industrial and IT enclosures, racks, and accessories, including high-efficiency, high-density power management, and climate control systems for industrial, data center, outdoor, and hybrid applications.
 

Engineering Staff Intern

Brief Job Summary:
The Engineering Staff Intern is responsible for reviewing and updating work instructions, maintaining operational support documents, and supporting database and skill‑matrix systems used by operations. This role assists engineering teams with a variety of tasks, ensuring that documentation is accurate, accessible, and aligned with operational needs.
Why Work at Rittal:

• Competitive compensation - $21.48 - $24.71
• Above‑average benefits available on the 1st of the month after you start
• 401K Match
• Gain hands‑on experience with engineering and operations teams
• Exposure to documentation control, manufacturing processes, and professional development
• Work in a safety‑focused, innovation‑driven environment

• Review current controlled documents
• Maintain work instructions within the “Work Instruction Cockpit”
• Collect, format, and update data as required
• Support maintenance of the AG5 Skill Matrix application
• Ensure updated revisions are available and accessible to operations

• Assist engineering staff with project‑related tasks
• Participate in team meetings and provide progress updates
• Complete administrative functions as requested by the Coordinator

• Ensure work area cleanliness, following Rittal’s 6S standards
• Work safely and comply with all health, safety, security, and emergency requirements
• Communicate any safety hazards or potential hazards to management
• Maintain good attendance and work ethic
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Basic understanding of business software and applications
• Participation in business‑related coursework preferred
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and SAP
• Strong critical‑thinking skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach frequently during the work shift
• Ability to work at a computer and keyboard throughout the shift

• Ability to stay focused in a demanding environment
• Adaptability to changing assignments
• Ability to multi‑task and learn office procedures and new software
• Strong attention to detail with effective oral and written communication skills

• Wear safety‑toed footwear, safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and other PPE as required

• Complete directives given verbally or in writing
• Assist in making logical decisions when needed

• Combination of office and manufacturing areas

• Direct Contacts: Technical Training Coordinator, Industrial Engineering Coordinator, and other team members
• Indirect Contacts: All other departments

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399-0500.

This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.