About the role#
The Controls Engineering Intern will join our team for the Summer 2027 program in Winchester, Virginia. You will work in an industrial environment and must be comfortable wearing personal protective equipment. This is a full-time, on-site position.
What you'll do#
- Complete PLC, SCADA, and Historian work with plant control systems.
- Perform data acquisition, analysis, and reporting.
- Assist engineers with routine technical tasks.
- Interact with engineers and production operations personnel.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited degree program in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science and Engineering.
- Rising Junior or Senior status.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Winchester, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site, full-time.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Trex Company
Trex Company manufactures wood-alternative decking products. Founded in 1996, the firm is based in Winchester, Virginia. It operates as a public company with 1,320 employees. The manufacturing process uses over 95 percent recycled materials, including reclaimed wood and plastic film.
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