Co-Op - Engineering - Cheraw 2 - Fall 2025 at Schaeffler Group

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.  

Your Key Responsibilities

Co-ops who are earlier in their academic journey and complete a successful rotation may be invited back during other semesters or summers to work with us again! The successful co-op student will be provided with a project charter and description during their onboarding process.  The co-op will provide key deliverables in their assigned area at the end of their co-op assignment.  Project examples include (but are not limited to):

• Define and document process parameters
• Quantify and lead actions needed for scrap reduction
• Improve effectiveness and efficiency of key machinery in high volume work areas
• Participants should be responsible, able to work independently, and open to instruction
• S/he will be given developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands-on training, and exposure to Schaeffler's manufacturing and technological processes
• Learn, understand, and adhere to the current specifications of the Quality Policy and Procedures and contribute to the achievement of quality objectives

Your Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing an academic degree (preferably in automotive, industrial, or mechanical engineering)
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience utilizing written and verbal communications
• Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results
• Assertive approach to solving problems
• Ability to prioritize
• The ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, and lift and move thirty pounds
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship 

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Your Contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. 

Katherine Ella Reaves 

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Keywords: Administration, Services & Support;  

Job Type: Engineer 

Job Family: Administration, Services & Support 

Contract Type: Not Applicable 

Schedule: Full-Time