AFL Engineering Co-Op- Spring 2027

AFL Engineering Co-Op

The positions will provide technical assistance supporting AFL in the areas of design, development, applications, process, and quality engineering.

The Engineering Co-ops will rotate from college and AFL each semester. During the rotations, the co-ops will be assigned to different areas each semester allowing the co-op to gain experience in different areas of engineering.

The Engineering Co-ops will be assigned to work with a senior engineer or manager. The Engineering co-ops will also be supported with monthly meetings and mentorship with the Co-op Coordinator.

Available starting semesters: Spring 2027

What We Offer!

- Corporate Housing- AFL offers corporate housing to all non-local students free of charge!
- Gas Stipend- for those students who are driving more than 50 miles, AFL will offer a gas stipend to alleviate some of that financial burden
- Great Pay!
- 401K Company match (up to 4%- dollar for dollar)

Responsibilities may include:

- Research and provide input on manufacturing process-related issues.
- Partner with Process Engineering teams to support production line improvements — conduct time studies, map value streams, and help implement and validate process changes on the manufacturing floor.
- Analyze manufacturing data, process flows, and material routings to develop improvement recommendations.
- Document and report results of process improvement recommendations to management.
- Assist Development Engineers in the design and production of products.
- Work with the Test Engineer to design, develop, and build test fixtures to support fiber optic testing to industry specifications.
- Learn test procedures and work alongside technical associates to perform testing utilizing a variety of testing and inspection equipment.
- Create CAD drawings or 3-D models of concept designs, and submit to suppliers for quotation.
- Perform fiber optic testing to troubleshoot product design and processing anomalies.
- Participate in fiber optic training sessions.

Requirements:

- Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
- At least Sophomore standing with a minimum 2.75 GPA

Competencies for success:

- Display a willingness to learn
- Detail – oriented
- Proficient in MS Office
- Proficient in data analysis software programs
- Proficient with CAD software