Clow Valve - MS Engineering Intern

As an MS Engineering Intern at Clow Valve Company, your primary responsibilities will include supporting and implementing improvements to tooling processes, troubleshooting daily production issues while collaborating with our machine shop engineering team, and contributing to ongoing projects aimed at enhancing product quality. Engaging with experienced engineers will provide real-world insights into the manufacturing process.

To qualify for the MS Engineering Intern position at Clow Valve Company, candidates should be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, familiarity with MS Office program packages is important as it will be utilized for various tasks, including documentation and project tracking.

Interning as an MS Engineering Intern at Clow Valve Company offers a fantastic learning opportunity. You'll gain hands-on experience in tooling processes, learn to troubleshoot production issues, and understand the intricacies of manufacturing waterworks products. This internship is designed to enhance your technical skills and prepare you for a career in engineering.

Yes! Clow Valve Company understands that relocation can be challenging, especially for summer internships. Therefore, we are pleased to offer housing assistance if necessary for candidates who accept the MS Engineering Intern position in Oskaloosa, IA.

The MS Engineering Intern position at Clow Valve Company offers a competitive wage of $22 per hour. This compensation reflects our commitment to attracting and retaining passionate interns who contribute to our team's success.

When answering this question, focus on your passion for mechanical engineering and how you admire Clow Valve's commitment to quality. Mention specific aspects of the internship that excite you, such as working on tooling processes or the opportunity to troubleshoot production issues.

Discuss your ability to assess the urgency and importance of tasks. Highlight any tools or methods you use to manage your workload, such as to-do lists or project management software, and explain how this approach contributes to successful project outcomes.

Share a specific example that illustrates your teamwork skills. Be sure to explain the problem, your role in the situation, the solution you reached collectively, and what you learned from the experience about collaboration in engineering.

Provide a list of engineering software that you have experience with, emphasizing any relevant to the mechanical engineering field. Discuss specific projects where you applied these tools and how they aided in achieving your objectives.

Explain your systematic approach to troubleshooting, which typically includes identifying the problem, gathering relevant data, brainstorming potential solutions, and testing them. Provide an example of how you applied this method during a project or class assignment.

Share your commitment to continuous learning. Mention relevant resources such as journals, podcasts, or online courses. Discuss your engagement in engineering communities or forums that keep you informed about the latest developments in the industry.

Discuss the company’s commitment to quality and innovation. Highlight aspects like their 'Made in the USA' products and the importance of reliable waterworks infrastructure to communities. Show your enthusiasm for contributing to their mission.

Mention specific technical skills related to mechanical engineering, such as CAD software or production methodologies. Also, emphasize soft skills like communication and teamwork that you believe will be enhanced through hands-on experience.

Express your openness to constructive criticism and how you view feedback as an essential component of growth. Discuss a specific instance where feedback improved your work or understanding of a subject.

Highlight your educational background, relevant experiences, and passion for mechanical engineering. Emphasize your enthusiasm for the role and how your skills align with Clow Valve's goals, demonstrating your potential to contribute meaningfully to the team.