Controls Engineering Summer 2027 Internship (Bettendorf, IA)

Lincoln Electric is a high-performance industrial machinery and technology leader who helps customers manufacture and maintain vital equipment and infrastructure. Lincoln Electric’s innovative solutions enable higher quality and productivity across a variety of processes including welding, cutting, brazing, machining, process automation, and field repair. The Company leverages proprietary technologies and expertise in materials science, power electronics, automation, and intelligent software to help customers build better and achieve resilience in their operations. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is the essential ‘Linc’ that keeps the economy running. The Company operates 71 manufacturing and automation facilities across 20 countries and serves customers in over 160 countries. For more information about Lincoln Electric and its products and services, visit the Company’s website at .

Job Title: Controls Engineering Summer 2027 Internship (Bettendorf, IA)
Location: Bettendorf, IA
Target Program Dates: May 25 th – August 7 th , 2027
Req ID: 29792  

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Are You the Missing Linc?

Lincoln Electric’s  Automation  facility in  Bettendorf, IA is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our  Controls Engineering Internship Program —designed to connect your academic foundation with real-world, hands-on experience. As a participant, you’ll  Be the Linc between your education and a future in advanced manufacturing, innovation, and engineering leadership.

What Sets Us Apart

• LincPal Program: Get paired with a Lincoln Electric employee to guide your experience.
• Professional Development: Frequent workshops and leadership exposure.
• Hands-On Training : Gain practical experience through guided instruction and real-world applications.
• Networking & Culture: Join social and networking events to build relationships and immerse yourself in the company culture.
• Career Pathway: Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities, including our Engineering Development Program.

Overview of the Program

Bettendorf’s Controls Engineering Internship Program offers hands-on experience in controls engineering. Interns will work alongside experienced engineers to design, debug and troubleshoot software. This program is ideal for individuals eager to apply their knowledge in a fast-paced, real-world environment where innovation and collaboration drive success. This position requires participation in our Immersion Day at our Cleveland, OH headquarters during one of your first few weeks. Lincoln Electric will provide and cover all travel arrangements and expenses. 

What You'll Work On

• Design PLC software and HMIs for industrial automation equipment
• Debug and troubleshoot PLC software
• Maintain task lists and reports of open items
• Maintain project design documentation and prepare customer deliverables
• Ensure the controls engineering process is tracked and followed

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or having achieved a bachelor's degree in engineering
• Eligible to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• An engineering degree in electrical engineering or a related field
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 
• Desire to work in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with OSHA, SDS, and ANSI (RIA) safety standards

Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.