Placement Student - Project Management Engineering Services
DESCRIPTION
Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL . We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today's most innovative thinkers to solve the world's toughest problems.
We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That's what #LifeAtCummins is all about.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Placement Student - Engineering Services to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Engine Business Segment in Darlington. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!
This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2026
RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Ensuring that prototype material, prototype build events and production launches occur timely.
- Liaising with a wide variety of functions including Design, Validation, Purchasing, Manufacturing and Supply Chain. Communicating technical information to associated functions, suppliers, and customers.
- Supporting the Product Lifecycle and Product Data Management processes.
- Working as part of a functional team, applying knowledge of engineering principles and practices across various areas and projects in the Design, Development, Analysis and Release of engine components through the product life cycle.
QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- We are looking for a wide range of candidates studying towards a STEM/Business/Project Management/Supply Chain degree.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders on a global basis, using project management skills to aid with this.
- Strong data analysis skills including the use of Microsoft packages.
- Ability to show initiative and methodical problem-solving skills, with the ability and desire to take on additional skills.
Working at Cummins
At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters!
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Closing date Monday 24th November 2025 - 11.59pm
Job Engineering
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category Hybrid
Job Type Student - Cooperative/12 Month Placement
ReqID 2420649
Relocation Package No
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Reimbursement Account
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Casual Dress
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
- Pension
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Tuition Reimbursement
Diversity and Inclusion