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Smart Factory Robotics & Operations Intern

TRUMPF logoTRUMPF North America
TypeFull-time
WorkplaceOn-site
SeniorityIntern
LocationChicago, IL
Posted9/9/2026
Operations

As a family-run, high-tech company with nearly 19,000 employees at 71 locations worldwide, we are looking for forward thinkers with unconventional ideas and drive to join our team. Our company culture, which values collaboration and mutual trust, creates the ideal framework for boldly trying new things and questioning the status quo. Our technologies inspire people to develop and produce things that are currently unimaginable. Whether lasers, machine tools, EUV or electronics - TRUMPF is building technological worlds for future generations. Are you ready for new challenges?

Responsibilities

  • Takeover tasks related to testing and improving material flow through the factory
  • Analyze and help close gaps in the touchless manufacturing process for small & large parts
  • Assist in concept evaluation and solution design of robotic systems for integration to various Trumpf machines
  • Collaborate with engineering teams on robotics, logistics, AGV, and bending projects
  • Support the production team in daily operations, including monitoring and maintaining current machinery and shopfloor
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality for production operation and customer experience
  • Generate marketing and sales material for advertising and education about Robotic Process Automation in the sheetmetal fabrication segment
  • Assist the Robotics & Operations team in customer project related tasks
  • Other related duties as assigned by the Manager

Qualifications

  • Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Informatics
  • Basic knowledge of fabrication industry and manufacturing processes
  • Proficiency in Office 365 Suite
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to work independently and effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Previous internships or robotic / fabrication project experience is a plus
  • Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment

TRUMPF Inc. endeavors to make TRUMPF careers pages accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance in completing the applications process, please contact our HR department at 860.255.6000 or at HRgeneral@us.trumpf.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and can not be used to inquire about the status of application.

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TRUMPF

TRUMPF Inc. is the North American subsidiary of TRUMPF SE + Co. KG. based near Stuttgart, Germany. The TRUMPF Group is a world leader in sheet metal fabrication machinery and industrial lasers. TRUMPF's North American headquarters is located in Farmington, CT. "Trusting in brave ideas"​ – this is our promise to everyone who works for us. As a family business, we decide long-term and provide our people with the trust and stability needed to bring their ideas to fruition, even the unconventional ones. Being a market and technology leader in machine tools and lasers, we courageously shape the networked manufacturing of tomorrow, meeting every challenge with bold, fresh thinking.

HQFarmington, US
Size1,007 employees
IndustryMachinery Manufacturing
Unlock human wisdom
ThesisTermsPrivacy
Tech stack
sap-inventory-management, microsoft-project, toolkit, microsoft-sharepoint, poka, ptc-windchill, red-hat, power-bi, prism, sap-s4hana
News
  • G&H Acquires IntraAction, TRUMPF Reports a Laser Welding Record
  • TRUMPF speeds up welding of thick steel components
  • Trumpf Sets New World Record in Laser-Based Deep Welding
  • TRUMPF Reports Approach to Improve Welding Speed for Thick Steel Components | Business | Nov 2026
  • Punching machine’s new control system helps ensure production transparency

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