Intern - Software Engineer

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a team passionate about making a meaningful impact across various sectors, including commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, next-generation communications, complex industrials, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment. We prioritize career growth, fostering a culture that ensures you reach your full potential. At Benchmark, your work is purpose-driven, enabling you to create a positive impact on the world and make your career truly meaningful. You’ll be part of a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions.

Summary:

Software Engineering Internship supporting manufacturing process with emphasis on programming automation for work cells.  This opportunity is temporary employment for engineering students who are seeking a summer internship. This is a paid internship for 40 hours (except holidays) and begins in May/June 2025 and ends in August 2025. This internship is located in Winona, Minnesota and will require 100% on site attendance.

Focus on manufacturing and documentation of process for customer product, resulting in a product that supports the manufacturing environment, if applicable, to meet both the customers’ requirements and the internal manufacturing requirements.

The ideal candidate would be a self-motivated engineering student who is ready for a challenging internship in a fast-paced, electronics manufacturing environment.

Skills Required:

• Utilize programming languages to program assembly robotic stations
• Analyze complex instructions to assess for flaws/clarity
• Utilize hand/power and precision assembly tools

Essential Functions:

• Assist in the programming of automation for various work cells
  
• Participate in implementation of customer design requirements
• Aid in development of manufacturing processes for New Product Introduction (NPI)
• Aid in development and execution of product build instructions
• Collaborate with engineering peers on early prototype manufacturing
• Collaborate with engineering peers on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews for design enhancement
• Verify completed work, checking dimensions, materials to be used and quantities per the verification plan

Education:

Ideally pursuing degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering , or other relevant engineering majors.

Education:

Geographical Location:  Minnesota:Winona

Physical Location:  Winona, MN - East (4065)

Shift: 1st Shift

Work Schedule:  M-F 0730-1600

Full Time

Compensation Range:  $21 USD Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs.

Benefits and Other Compensation: Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Application Deadline: This job posting will remain open until filled.

Additional Notices: Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits. This includes, but is not limited to, providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies. Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing careers@bench.com.

Export Control:  This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others. At Benchmark, your career is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger, where your work matters and helps shape a brighter future for everyone. Together, we will achieve extraordinary things.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a diverse workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.