Intern - Supplier Quality Engineer (Summer 2026)
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 23 - 25
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About us: At Plexus our vision is to help create the products that build a better world. Driven by a passion for excellence we partner with leading Aerospace/Defense Healthcare/Life Sciences and Industrial companies to design manufacture and service some of the worlds most transformative products including advanced surgical systems diagnostic instruments healthcare imaging equipment mission critical aerospace systems and electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions. Visit to learn more about our unwavering commitment to our vision.
When we invest in our people we invest in building a better world.
With a vision rooted in the wellbeing and inclusive engagement of our team members our customers their end users and our communities people are the heart of what we do and who we are. It is our values that unite us and guide us in everything that we do including how we operate behave and interact to foster a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.
Our values include: Growing our People Building Belonging Innovating Responsibly Delivering Excellence and Creating Customer Success.
As a team member you will engage in impactful work through global collaboration and the use of emerging technologies join an inclusive culture where every team member is valued and working toward a greater purpose and be empowered to reach your full potential through various development programs designed to accelerate your growth.
Plexus offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support team members wellbeing including medical dental and vision insurance paid time off retirement savings and opportunities for professional development. We also prioritize work-life balance and offer a variety of perks to enhance the team member experience. For more information visit our US benefits website at . Our commitment to pay range transparency fosters an equitable workplace where everyone can feel valued. This is an internship position (Non-Exempt Salary); the hourly range is stated below. The rate offered within this range will be based upon the geographic location work experience education licensure requirements and/or skill level. Hourly Rate:
$23 - $25/hr.Purpose Statement: The Supplier Quality Engineer Intern will be acting as a liaison between operations suppliers and the Supplier Quality Department to ensure that overall specifications quality/regulatory requirements and expectations are met for purchased products.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support part qualification and evaluation activities (both prototype and sustaining manufacturing) resulting in acceptable and consistent supply. Includes external activities (establishing part quality requirements APQP PPAP etc.) and internal activities (sampling plans inspection processes etc.)
Support supplier audit activities related to both validation and on-going management of quality execution capabilities
Monitoring supplier quality performance based on analysis of Plexus and supplier performance data
Support problem part resolution through all phases of operations
Responsible for supporting supplier corrective action and continuous improvement activities
Support containment segregation NCM review and trend analysis processes activities relative to supplied parts
Facilitate reporting and notifying suppliers of cost-recovery requirements resulting from the need to contain segregate or handle non-conforming parts
Support alternative supplier selection
Support RI activities and process effectiveness
Participates in customer-facing supplier quality activities
Minimal travel may be required to meet the needs of the business
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Student working towards a Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field for the entire duration of internship.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Junior level status
GPA: 3.0 or higher is preferred
Excellent analytical problem solving and organizational skills
Strong communication skills
This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.
We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities or special requirements. If you need an application accommodation please contact us by email at . Please include your contact information and clearly describe how we can help you. This email is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status.
Some offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug screen and/or background check.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
About Company
Clean wellness products and supplements to support weight loss, nutrition, skincare, and more. Plexus Worldwide - Founded in gut health. Experts in microbiome.
