Job Description

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert(TM) for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 12,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.
Location: Columbus, OH
Target Program Dates: May 26th - August 7th, 2026
Rellocation Assistance: While local candidates are preferred, a temporary housing stipend may be available for those residing outside the immediate area of the internship location.
Req ID: 27613
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Are You the Missing Linc?
Lincoln Electric's Columbus, OH location is looking for bright, driven engineering individuals to join our Engineering Summer Internship--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.
• Networking & Culture: Participate in social events, National Intern Day, and community service.
• Career Pathway: Those eligible may be considered for full-time opportunities, including our Engineering Development Program.

Overview of the Program
Lincoln Electric's Engineering Internship offers individuals the chance to apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings at locations across the U.S. Participants work on meaningful projects in areas such as automation, manufacturing, R&D, and more, gaining valuable hands-on experience. The program includes technical training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities like presentations and leadership-led learning sessions. It's a great way to build skills, grow your network, and explore a future career in engineering.
Potential Projects

• Support the production of pre-engineered systems
• Assist Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and facility operations, including assisting with ongoing safety initiatives, compliance efforts, and facility improvement projects in collaboration with site supervisors and managers
• Collaborate with Standard Project Engineers across various capacities, offering hands-on experience with core product engineering work
• Opportunity to engage with Product Engineers on high-impact projects related to standard systems Involvement with the Custom Automation Team

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or having already 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 any of the following disciplines: Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Industrial, Material Science, Welding, or Packaging.
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
• Interest in working 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

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.

Skills Required