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Yaskawa Drives & Motion

Engineering Co-op

Waukegan, IL · On-site

$20.10 - $27.12/hr

An co-op at Yaskawa will provide undergraduate engineering students the opportunity to take advantage of our internship and co-op programs. The focus of this program is to offer a variety of ...

Destaco

Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

Wheeling, IL · On-site

$75K - $97K/yr

The Engineering Co-op supports Engineering in implementing lean manufacturing processes and supports efforts in maintaining the quality management system. Additional responsibilities include ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for engineer co op in Chicago, IL is $89,920.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,900.00 and $100,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Engineer Co Op vs Engineer Intern?

AspectEngineer Co OpEngineer Intern
CredentialsTypically enrolled in an engineering degree program, may require specific courseworkUsually undergraduate students in engineering programs
Work EnvironmentFull-time or part-time paid positions, often integrated into the company’s workflowUsually unpaid or paid internships, shorter duration
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in engineering firms, manufacturing, and tech companiesCommon in similar industries, often as a stepping stone to full employment

Engineer Co Op positions are structured as paid, longer-term roles that provide practical experience during a student's academic career. Engineer Intern roles are typically shorter, often unpaid, and serve as introductory exposure to engineering work. Both roles help students gain industry experience, but Co Op positions usually involve more responsibilities and integration into ongoing projects.

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Infographic showing various Engineer Co Op job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% Internship, 86% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $89,920 per year, or $43.2 per hour.

Engineering Co-op

Yaskawa Drives & Motion

Waukegan, IL • On-site

$20.10 - $27.12/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Yaskawa America, Inc. is looking to hire multiple students for various Engineering Co-ops for 2027. An co-op will comprise of a 6 month period either January-August or May - December. An co-op at Yaskawa will provide undergraduate engineering students the opportunity to take advantage of our internship and co-op programs. The focus of this program is to offer a variety of experiences and exposure to the specific professions through meaningful project work that contributes to the overall strategic business goals of Yaskawa. Our overall goal is to provide you with a variety of real and interesting projects to work on.
This Program Offers:
  • Paid Compensation
  • Housing Allowance for students that require relocation
  • Professional Career Development and Mentoring
  • Real World Problem Solving
  • Meaningful Project Work
  • Collaborative Work Environment
  • Paid Holidays
  • Safety Shoe Reimbursement

Qualifications:
  • Pursuing a degree in a Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial, Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
  • Sophomore credit standing or higher.

Additional information regarding the benefit package can be found at the following link.
https://www.yaskawa.com/about-us/careers/benefits
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