Summer Intern - Manufacturing Maintenance

About ERMCO

Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO) is the leading manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions, serving electric utilities, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities.

With a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO supports grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and ongoing investment in our people and technology make ERMCO the Most Valued Partner for delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

What You’ll Experience as an Intern – Manufacturing Maintenance

An internship with ERMCO provides meaningful, hands-on experience through project-based work that supports our strategic business goals. The Intern – Manufacturing Maintenance role is based at our Bristol, WI manufacturing facility and functions as a support role within the maintenance team.

Interns work alongside experienced maintenance technicians to gain hands-on exposure to industrial maintenance in a production environment. Responsibilities include assisting with:

• Equipment troubleshooting
• Preventive maintenance activities
• Tool and material organization
• Routine inspections
• Basic adjustments and minor repairs

This role is ideal for students seeking practical exposure to industrial equipment, maintenance processes, and manufacturing operations.

What Success Looks Like

By the end of the summer, a successful Intern – Manufacturing Maintenance will:

• Respond to basic maintenance calls with confidence
• Follow standard troubleshooting and preventive maintenance procedures
• Safely use tools while working around industrial equipment
• Demonstrate sound problem-solving skills
• Understand how maintenance supports production reliability and efficiency

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a college or technical college program
• Preference for students with sophomore-level coursework or higher
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with technicians and team members
• Willingness to learn and take direction in a hands-on manufacturing environment
• Interest in industrial maintenance, manufacturing, or related technical fields
• Ability to work safely in a production environment and follow safety guidelines

Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career!