Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Shelby Township, MI

• Target Program Dates: May 26th
• August 7th, 2026
  Req ID: 27550

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Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric’s Fori Automation manufacturing facility in Shelby Township, MI is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our Engineering Internship Program—designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands-on experience. As a participant, you’ll Be the Linc between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and engineering leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

• Linc Pal Program: Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.

• Professional Development: Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.

• Hands-On Training: Gain practical experience through guided instruction and real-world applications.

• **Networking & Culture: **Participate in social events, National Intern Day, and community service.

• **Career Pathway: **Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities.

Overview of the Program

Fori Automation’s Engineering Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in mechanical engineering within a leading global automation and manufacturing environment. Based in Shelby Township, MI, this internship places you at the heart of innovation, where you’ll work alongside experienced engineers to design, develop, and implement advanced automation systems.

This Design Engineering Internship Program offers hands-on experience in mechanical engineering. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers to design, build, and debug custom robotic work cells and industrial automation systems. This program is ideal for individuals eager to apply their academic knowledge in a fast-paced, real-world environment where innovation and collaboration drive success.

Potential Projects

• Develop custom manufacturing equipment tailored to specific customer requirements.

• Design and implement robotic systems for customer applications with a focus on automation.

• Engineer robotic solutions to optimize internal manufacturing processes.

• Conduct engineering analysis on mechanical designs to validate performance, identify improvements, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing or having achieved a bachelor's degree in engineering

• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• An engineering degree in any of the following disciplines: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0

• Experience with CAD software such as Solid Works, Inventor, or AutoCAD

• Familiarity with mechanical design

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Knowledge of BOMs, print reading, and manufacturing routing

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.