Industrial Engineering Co-op - Southwire Company
Carrollton, GA 30119
About the Job
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: BWP
Shift: May 12th-Aug 1st
Pay Rate: $20.00 – $23.00
Job Description
Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and
productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with
“real world” applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment
after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of
study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.
Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.
Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us
power what’s possible?
· Summer 2025 Rotation: May 12th – Aug 1st
· Spring 2025 Rotation: January 13th – May 2nd
· Fall 2025 Rotation: August 11th – December 19th
Key Responsibilities
· Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and
will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.
· You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational
leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.
· You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and
offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and
community service /volunteer initiatives.
· You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to
a world-class program community.
· Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.
Short Description
Description of Responsibilities
This position will focus on the following:
- Continuous Improvement through quantifying machine capabilities
- Upgrades and safety improvements
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2.5 GPA
- Studying Industrial Engineering
- Some experience with AutoCAD and Solidworks
- PLC coding in ladder logic
- C++
In addition to above, Co-ops must include:
- Co-ops will complete 3 rotations for a 1.5 year commitment. The co-op will need to still be enrolled in school during these semesters to be eligible.
- Ability to work 40-hour work weeks during rotation
- Willingness and ability to commit to a minimum of 3 rotations
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Flexible Work Schedules
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
