Co-Op - Engineering - Cheraw 2 - Summer 2026

Schaeffler

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Cheraw, South Carolina

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Responsibilities

The co-op will execute project charters focused on defining process parameters, reducing scrap, and improving machinery efficiency. They will also adhere to quality policies and participate in job rotations and hands-on training.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and are pursuing an academic degree, preferably in automotive, industrial, or mechanical engineering. You demonstrate experience with Microsoft Office Suite and strong written and verbal communication skills, along with an ability to work independently and be driven to achieve results.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job Description

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 
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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.

www.schaeffler.com/careers

Your contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. 

Tyriek Shamal Lowery 

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;  

Schaeffler

The Schaeffler Group has been driving forward groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology for 80 years. With innovative technologies, products, and services for electric mobility, CO₂-efficient drives, chassis solutions and renewable energies, the company is a reliable partner for making motion more efficient, intelligent, and sustainable – over the entire life cycle. Schaeffler describes its comprehensive range of products and services by means of eight product families: From bearing solutions and all types of linear guidance systems through to repair and monitoring services. Schaeffler is with around 110,000 employees and more than 250 locations in 55 countries, one of the world’s largest family-owned companies and one of Germany’s most innovative companies. Legal Notice: https://www.schaeffler.com/content.schaeffler.com/en/meta/impressum/imprint.jsp
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