great people,
great culture,
great pay.
even with the covid situation, there were opportunities to give back to the community
What I wish was different
more ways to connect with other interns
Advice
take advantage of networking with other departments
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Research and development engineer
May - October 2019 • Syracuse, IN
What I liked
I liked working on such a variety of projects for a wide range of well-known companies. I liked running validation testing to influence new product designs.
What I wish was different
I wish the automotive market would not have slowed down so the interns didn't get laid off.
Advice
Save your Co-op money incase the market slows down and you lose your job.
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Product Engineering Intern
May 2017 • Golden Valley, MN
What I liked
It was a friendly work environment in that it was easy to talk to management, engineers, sales, etc. As an intern, I could always find something to work on and I found I learned most when engaging with other engineers. At Parker, you can gain experience in a number of areas (CAD, lab, customer interface, pricing, etc.). Overall, I had a fantastic time at Parker.
What I wish was different
I wish I had been given more important tasks earlier in my internship.
Advice
I know I've already said, but going around and asking questions-in person- was the best way to learn.
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Automotive Machinist
May - August 2019 • Lakeview, MI
What I liked
The people there were great.
What I wish was different
The training system wasn’t fully developed yet.
Advice
Try something new, even if it isn’t related to your future career.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
January - August 2018 • Golden Valley, MN
What I liked
Experience with machines and prototyping procedures.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Quality Engineer Intern
June - August 2021 • Hauppauge, NY
What I liked
Taught me a lot about Quality Engineering
What I wish was different
Wish I had been able to do more R&D related engineering compared to a lot of Data Analysis and Organization
Advice
Always keep an open mind about what assignments you’ll get.
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sales intern
May - August 2018 • Ravenna, OH
What I liked
Parker has a very friendly staff and great internship program that allows you to get the most out of the experience.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Engineering Co-op
January 2017 - August 2018 • Ravenna, OH
What I liked
Anyways busy with work or projects.
What I wish was different
Involvement in areas other than the mechanical lab.
Advice
Always question what you observe and do.
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Quality Engineering Intern
May 2018 • Washington, MO
What I liked
Lots of interaction everyday with the operators on the floor, as well as engineers in the office. Great experience and an even better environment to work in!
What I wish was different
Advice
If you do take this Co-op it is ran great, but know that you are an intern. Lots of people at Parker Hannifin Sporlan have been working here for decades. Be respectful and realize that the operators most likely know more about the parts they have worked on for 20+ years than you do.
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Manufacturing Engineering Intern
April 2018 • Otsego, MI
What I liked
The relaxed environment and learning how the plant functions through day to day operations
What I wish was different
Learn more about how to work and diagnose machines
Advice
Go in open minded and don’t be afraid to fail
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Operator
May - August 2018 • Otsego, MI
What I liked
I liked being able to work independently.
What I wish was different
I wish I didn’t have to work weekends.
Advice
I don’t have any advice to give.
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
May 2016 • Salt Lake City, UT
What I liked
Very inclusive environment, focused on teaching & learning.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask for help.
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Procurement engineering
January - August 2018 • Columbus, OH
What I liked
I really liked the introduction to procurement and supply chain . It changed what I thought I wanted to do post grad and I have refined my job search.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Supply Chain Analyst Intern
June - August 2019 • Ravenna, OH
What I liked
Loved every part of it. Actually having a lot of responsibility on your shoulders and working hands on!
What I wish was different
I wish there was more inclusion in on going operations
Advice
Work hard! Show up on time/early and always have a smile on your face
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Mechanical Engineering Intern
April 2018 • Lakeview, MI
What I liked
Very knowledgeable employees that provide great feedback and assistance. Assigned to variety of tasks.
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
Gives someone a good idea about what kind of things are expected from industry.
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Design Engineering Intern
May - September 2019 • Lincolnshire, IL
What I liked
I got to apply a lot of classes I have been taken such as Fluid Mechanics and Introduction to Design!
What I wish was different
I wish I could have worked there longer!
Advice
This was a great experience for any engineering student looking to obtain experience in design and fluid power!
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Engineering Intern
May 2018 - August 2019 • North Haven, CT
What I liked
I was able to approach different engineering problems how I felt fit. The freedom to explore different methods of rapid prototyping made this a valuable research and design experience.
What I wish was different
There were periods of downtime where in order for a project to move forward, it required approval from one or more superiors in the department. This led to several times of waiting for design approval without being able to continue forward.
Advice
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Design Engineer Intern
June - August 2020 • Des Plaines, IL
What I liked
I liked that in my internship I was taught how to do the work and then trusted to do that work.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have been able to travel to a manufacturing plant.
Advice
I would encourage others to not only be diligent with their work but also make an effort to get to know the people that they work with.
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Engineering Service Intern
June 2021 • New Britain, CT
What I liked
The environment was so friendly and opening. Everyone there is so kind, I'm not afraid to ask questions. The tasks I worked on were also applicable to my major in school.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
Always do research about a company beforehand!
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Manufacturing Engineer Co-op
January - May 2022 • Lewisburg, OH
What I liked
I found the greatest attribute of Parker Hannifin’s Lewisburg Tube Fitting Division to be the talent and commitment of the employees. Along with an abundance of other strengths, the company is full of intelligent, capable, kind, and dedicated workers. These wonderful people have great integrity and strong business principles that lead to success. I was coached and mentored by multiple team members who had my best interest in mind while working in this position. Throughout my experience, I was assigned projects to complete through my own creative means and freedom to work in the manner that best suited my needs and growth. Some of my tasks included software new to me, such as Inventor, AutoCAD, Prusaslicer, and Pronterface. These experiences allowed me to grow my engineering skillset. I participated in multiple team-based projects that enabled me to gain insight and valuable knowledge. Finally, my favorite personal projects revolved around designing and producing various enhancements through the use of 3-D printers.
What I wish was different
Parker tube fittings go through a lengthy and rigorous production process, therefore there are facets of the operation I did not get to participate in during this semester. There are many different opportunities in each area to further explore and improve, and simply too much to take on all at once. I enjoyed each of the projects and tasks they assigned, but continuing to stretch even further outside of my current skill set would have been beneficial. When I first arrived to work, providing me with more background information would have been helpful so the general process was more clear to me. I was given a tour but had trouble understanding the general steps in production and specific actions taken to complete each tube fitting.
Advice
Take advantage of the experiences of the operators working on the plant floor. Due to the office being separated, it can feel both daunting and intimidating to talk to some of the people physically producing the tube fittings. I have only had positive interactions with all Parker staff and encourage others to take the first step and engage with the people whose jobs you are trying to make safer and more efficient. Along with that, ask for advice from all people in the office. The engineers and supervisors that I worked with were all top-notch assets, but that does not mean that different perspectives are not worth pursuing. The whole building overflows with helpful, creative individuals, so be sure to utilize the invaluable asset that is your co-workers.
