• NPD Intern

    ITW (San Luis Obispo, CA)


    Job Description:

    About Us

     

    At ITW Global Tire Repair, we’re committed to helping interns grow through meaningful experiences. You’ll be supported with the tools and guidance to build your skills, contribute to real work, and explore your potential. Our core values—Integrity, Simplicity, Trust, Respect, and Shared Risk—guide how we work together. We encourage ownership, value diverse perspectives, and take pride in doing things the right way.

     

    About Our Internship Program

     

    As an intern at ITW Global Tire Repair, you’ll gain hands-on experience with our global brands through a project-based program that combines learning with real-world impact. Along the way, you’ll take on daily tasks that help you see how your team drives success, work with fellow interns on a community impact project, and wrap up the program by sharing your experience with division leadership.

    Position Summary

    ITW Global Tire Repair is seeking a **New Product Development Intern (Winter/Spring 2026)** to support the product development lifecycle. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience working alongside our R&D team and collaborating across departments. This internship offers valuable exposure to every stage—from ideation to final execution.

    Job Description

    + Conduct research and testing on competitive products.

    + Validate new product samples and document results.

    + Support ideation and product creation efforts.

    + Create part specification sheets, rework instructions, and product instruction documents.

    + Facilitate the Engineering Change Request (ECR) process.

    + Update and maintain the technical library and education manual.

    + Assist with the development and testing of new materials and retail goods.

    + Identify and implement process improvements within the NPD system.

    Qualifications

    + Junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Engineering, Materials Science, or related).

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

    + Technical aptitude and familiarity with 3D design tools preferred.

     

    Additional information

     

    This is a temporary position (Spring/Winter 2026) working approximately 15-20 hours per week in our San Luis Obispo, CA office.

    Compensation Information:

    **Pay Range:** $24 – $28 per hour, depending on experience.

     

    _ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential._

     

    _As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship._

     

    _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws._