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Co-op: Assembly Manufacturing Engineering (Spring 2026)

Location:

Hagerstown, MD, US, 21742

Position Type: Student

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

About the Role

We are currently looking for students to work with our production teams as a Manufacturing

Engineering intern. You should be prepared to work in a challenging and fast-paced

environment, gaining experience and knowledge in various aspects of engineering. As a valued

member of our team within GTO, you will have the opportunity to work directly on production

focusing on increasing efficiency and quality while utilizing your engineering education and

continuous improvement mindset. GTO’s goal is to contribute to your development, as well as

providing an opportunity to work in a business environment within the manufacturing industry

What you will do

• Support and assist in the Manufacturing Engineering Activities of Powertrain Assembly

Areas

• Drive lean methodology

• Data Analysis and Quality Improvement

• Data analysis focus on standards and repeatability

• Quality and production process review and improvements

• Help facilitate continuous improvement and identify opportunities on your own to

implement

• Communicate effectively with production personnel

• Participate in project planning, implementation, and improvements

• Works with the production teams to reduce non-value add activities

• Assist with Plant Summer Shutdown planning activities

• Designing tools & fixtures to support production

• Help stabilize the new line balance in stations with new work content

• Assist in follow-up, reports and flow charts.

• Participate in functional meetings.

• Good attitude & continuous improvement mindset are critical to performing daily

activities in this engineering role

Critical Competencies

• Attention to Detail: Provide accurate data and reports that are pertinent to the team’s

tasks.

• Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing

information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.

• Communication: Listen effectively, transmit information accurately and understandably,

and actively seek feedback from experienced engineers, project manager, etc.

• Dependability/Reliability: Follow through on commitments, timely delivery on projects,

assigned tasks, etc.

• Flexibility: Willing to perform a wide range of tasks, positive responds to changes in

direction and priorities, and acceptance of new challenges, responsibilities, and

assignments.

• Experience or exposure with AI, data analytics, machine learning, simulation, etc.

Who are you?

• Applicant must be currently enrolled and pursuing an Engineering Degree. Preferred

specializations are Manufacturing at an accredited school and have completed 30

semester hours of undergraduate studies prior to the start of the co-op.Co-ops are not enrolled in academic courses during their co-op rotation and may work up to 40 hours per week

• Applicants are preferred to have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75.

• Strong communication skills.

• Valid US Work authorization.

Personal Competencies

• Customer Focus

• Technical Skills

• Peer Relationships

• Integrity and Trust

• Standing Alone

• Action Oriented

• Perseverance

• Communication

Ready for the next move?

At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company’s growth. For all intern and co-op positions, the hourly range is set at $16.00 - $46.00.The hourly rate for these roles is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, academic classification, and degree seeking area of study. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.

We also offer the following benefits to interns and co-ops:

• Housing assistance

• Countless career opportunities / internal mobility across our global organization

• Training and personal development

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join **Volvo Group** . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ​We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ​We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

**Group Trucks Operations** encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

Job Category: Engineering

Organization: Group Trucks Operations

Travel Required: No Travel Required

Requisition ID: 24436

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Do we share the same aspirations?

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.

**Nearest Major Market:** Hagerstown