Quality Control Intern Jobs in Cottage Grove, MN

Job Description

Are you ready to shape a brighter future?

At Parker, we play a pivotal role in applications that change our world. We are in almost everything that moves. With our wide range of technologies, including in the clean tech space, we help our customers solve their most complex engineering challenges. We believe that the future belongs to those with vision. That's why we're seeking team players who share our purpose of enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Is that you? Working at Parker means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Quality Intern to join our Quality Assurance team for Summer 2026. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in quality control processes, learn about industry standards, and contribute to maintaining our commitment to product quality.

Your responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting inspections and tests on incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products.
• Help document quality control processes and maintain accurate records of inspections and test results.
• Support the team in identifying defects and non-conformities, and assist in implementing corrective actions.
• Participate in quality improvement projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Learn and apply quality management tools and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).

Who we are looking for

• Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field.
• Knowledge or experience with assembly or machining.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with quality control principles and methodologies is a plus.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office) with an ability to learn new systems and tools
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.

What we offer

• Solid employer present on the market for over 100 years.
• Career growth and opportunities: we hire from within!
• Collaborative and empowered work environment where team spirit is at the center of our success.
• Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth.
• Open environment: we are excited to hear your ideas!
• Attractive compensation packages designed to hire and retain the best talents in the industry.

If you don't find yourself in all points, apply anyway, because nobody is perfect and you can learn a lot with us!

Have we sparked your interest?

Then take your future into your own hands as soon as possible - we look forward to getting to know you. Please apply with your complete application documents directly online.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $21.60/hour-$26.40/hour
• No benefit plan eligibility

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. ("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor") If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.