Parker Hannifin – Parflex Division

Start your journey with Parker and shape a better tomorrow! We're looking for inquisitive thinkers and resourceful problem solvers who are looking to grow with us. As an Engineering intern you will gain valuable hands-on experience and broaden your understanding of manufacturing operations and/or product design while learning from engineering professionals and building your professional network. Our Engineering internships are designed to stretch students professionally and help them gain foundational skills that serve as a strong pathway to full-time opportunities. Throughout the internship, you will have opportunities to explore career options and learn about applying for the Parker Engineering Leadership Development Program and other available direct-hire engineering roles.

When you join Parker Hannifin’s Parflex Division, you're not just working on hoses and tubing — you're helping power the systems behind some of the most important vehicles, machines, and technologies in the world. From under the hood of U.S. military trucks like the JLTV and HEMTT, to inside the wings of the F-35 fighter jet and C-130 Hercules, our thermoplastic and fluoropolymer hose products are trusted in the world’s most demanding applications.

You’ll also find Parker Parflex products supporting wind farms, solar fields, food production plants, and next-generation hydrogen vehicles. Whether it’s helping to land a Black Hawk helicopter safely or making sure air brake systems on semi-trucks perform in any weather, our team builds solutions that keep America moving, protected, and growing.

Parflex is part of Parker’s North American Fluid Connectors Group, a global leader in motion and control technologies for over 100 years. At our facility, we focus on innovation, safety, and purpose-driven work. We offer stability, great benefits, and the satisfaction of building parts that truly make a difference.

Here at Parker, our purpose is simple yet powerful: we work alongside customers as a trusted partner to enable technology breakthroughs that change the world for the better. To accomplish this, we need talented and engaged individuals who are passionate about their field, willing to take on complex challenges, and ready for responsibility.

Our Intern Programs have been developed to give you the opportunity to show us your potential while working alongside seasoned engineers on real projects. Our program has been in place for years at Parker and some of our most successful leaders started their career with us in an intern role. By joining our Intern Program, you will become a valued member of our team - tackling challenging issues, delivering truly impactful results, and providing you the opportunity to grow both technically and personally through practical working experience before graduation.

For more information about us, visit Parflex

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Position will be based at Parflex’s divisional headquarters in Ravenna, Ohio.
• Will be responsible to manage, and complete projects assigned by Engineers and direct Supervisor in a safe and timely manner.
• Participate on new product development and problem-solving teams.
• Work and communicate with product, quality and manufacturing engineers.
• Provide support to product engineers and lab personal performing tasks that include sample preparation, testing, and equipment improvements and troubleshooting.
• Utilize computer software to generate engineering reports.
• Complete any other similar or associated duties necessary to accomplish job objectives, or as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical or Polymer Engineering.
• Strong analytical, mechanical conceptualization, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to quickly learn new computer applications.
• Detail oriented individual with demonstrated organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently (with minimal supervision) and within a team environment.
• Must have a desire to continuously learn, grow, and develop skills and knowledge.

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.