Operations Engineering Intern - Summer 2026
Job Posting Start Date 01-28-2026 Job Posting End Date 02-03-2026
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.
A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.
Job Summary
To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and fuel our growth, we're looking for an Operations Engineering Intern to joining us this Summer at our Manchester, CT site.
As part of a highly innovative team, you'll gain hands on exposure to state of the art equipment, advanced medical and precision manufacturing technologies, and a cleanroom environment that reflects our commitment to quality and engineered excellence. You'll contribute directly to projects driven by our ongoing capital investments in automation, digital integration, and advanced engineered solutions - giving you real world experience with tools and technologies shaping the future of manufacturing.
What a typical day looks like:
- Integrate molding machine data via Linki2 into NodeRED dashboards for realtime SPC visualization and reporting.
- Integrate CNC milling and EDM machine data into NodeRED for machine utilization analytics (spindle and burntime tracking).
- Job shadow experts across the operation, including Process and Tooling Technicians/Engineers, Machinists, and Operational Leadership.
- Participate in technical training on NodeRED, hardware integration, and smartfactory workflows.
- Engage in selflearning, applied problemsolving, and collaborative innovation.
- Join team meetings and support project work that drives continuous improvement and engineered solutions.
- Work in a hightech, precisiondriven, medicalfocused manufacturing environment
- Handson experience with cuttingedge automation and IoT systems
- Exposure to a cleanroom operation and engineering processes that meet worldclass quality standards
- Be part of an organization actively investing in new technologies, equipment, and digital transformation initiatives
- Real opportunities for growth, innovation, and career development in engineering and advanced manufacturing
- Undergraduate currently enrolled in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Enthusiastic about working in a modern manufacturing environment
- General AI/ML understanding
- Familiarity with programming fundamentals
- Ability to learn NodeRED and Industrial IoT integration concepts
- Highly collaborative, creative, and strong communicator
- Prior internship experience is a plus
- Available to work 40 hours/week (in-person) for 10-12 week Summer assignment
- Currently enrolled in 4-year accredited university
- 3.0 minimum GPA
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Is Sponsorship Available?
No
Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
- Company Outings
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
- Woman founded/led
- Unconscious Bias Training