Co-op Mechanical Engineering - Winter 2026

Are you looking for a co-op opportunity to gain engineering experience? Are you interested in making the world move smarter while taking your career to the next level? Join us at Schaeffler!

Schaeffler’s Cooperative Education Program provides students with outstanding practical experience that is uniquely tailored to their interests and career aspirations. Our goal is to expose emerging talent to our manufacturing and technology development processes, develop students’ industry knowledge and skills, and prepare them for the transition to a full-time position at Schaeffler. Students develop their skills and knowledge while gaining professional experience as they work with talented professionals and cutting-edge technology to drive innovation.

Schaeffler is synonymous with highest quality, outstanding technology, and a singular innovative ability. Our state-of the-art products and system solutions are found in virtually every industry application, including automotive drive and powertrains, wind turbines, rail transportation as well as aviation and aerospace. Our groundbreaking innovations, global customer orientation and comprehensive product portfolio have made us a reliable partner for intelligent, sustainable, and efficient motion and electric mobility solutions.

We are looking for talent to drive groundbreaking inventions and developments in the field of motion technology. Join our team!

Co-op Benefits Package Including:

• Competitive wages
• Paid holidays & vacation
• 401K match up to 6%
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Continuous learning opportunities through in-person, hybrid, and virtual training opportunities

Key Responsibilities

The Co-op will be assigned an engineering project aligned with Schaeffler’s current research and development initiatives within the Engine or Chassis departments. In addition, the Co-op will collaborate closely with the engineering team on a daily basis, contributing to a range of innovative and technically challenging projects.

Key responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Support design tasks, including calculation, simulation, CAD modeling, analysis, component sizing
• Component or system level mechanical testing
• Component teardown analysis – physical teardown, inspection pictures, documentation
• Interfacing teams – effectively communicate with these cross functional teams in order to effectively complete assigned tasks
• Need to be responsible, able to work independently, and open to instruction
• S/he will be given developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands-on training, and exposure to Schaeffler's technological processes

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results
• Ability to prioritize
• The ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, and lift and move thirty pounds
• Exhibit a willingness to learn
• Assertive approach to solving problems
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship skills with an ability to collaborate with varying levels of the organization as needed