Instrumentation & Laser Co-op (Jul 2024)

About P&G

Procter & Gamble (P&G) is a renowned multinational consumer goods corporation headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, boasting a history since 1837. As one of the world's largest companies, they provide a wide array of products in beauty, grooming, healthcare, and household care. Driven by innovation and sustainability, P&G's trusted brands profoundly impact the lives of consumers globally.

Your role

What does the work look like?

The Product Supply group is responsible for the manufacture and delivery of all their products. It's the bread and butter of what makes P&G such a great company to work for. From the first day on the job, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies, and collaborate with their  R&D and Manufacturing groups.
They're looking for a few different interns in the Product Supply space:

• Instrumentation Engineer
• Laser Process Engineer

The group collaborates across the organization including Research & Development for new product design and Manufacturing for ongoing production in their global manufacturing centers. The group is multi-disciplinary including electrical hardware (cameras, sensors, lighting), software (image processing, signal processing, controls integration) mechanical design (optics, fixtures, gauging), and lasers (process development, safety, equipment integration). 

Instrumentation Engineer

Instrumentation Engineers develop instrumentation systems including machine vision and signal analysis to inspect critical product characteristics during and after their manufacturing processes to verify product and process quality. Typically these are electrical, mechanical, or industrial system engineering roles.

Laser Process Engineer

 Laser process engineers develop laser systems as part of their manufacturing process. Typically these are electrical, mechanical, applied physics, or photonics roles.

Training & development

P&G's internship offers immersive training with challenging assignments. Benefit from mentorship, managerial support, and diverse experiences. You'll receive specialized training to enhance your skills, preparing you for leadership roles within the company.

Salary & benefits

The salary for the role will range from $29.00 to $55.00 per hour. 

What they offer you:

• Responsibilities as of Day 1 – you will feel the ownership of your project from the beginning, and you will be given specific projects and responsibilities.
• Continuous coaching & mentoring– They'll help you work with passionate people and also receive both formal training and mentoring from your manager.
• Dynamic and respectful work environment – employees are at the core; they value every individual and encourage initiatives promoting agility and work/life balance.

Career progression

Beginning as interns, individuals will undergo a rewarding voyage of growth, acquiring invaluable experience and crucial skills. This position offers the potential for career advancement through meeting specific criteria, with the possibility of transitioning to a full-time role upon successful graduation.

Work-life balance

At P&G Careers, they prioritize work-life balance, empowering their employees to lead fulfilling lives. Through their comprehensive benefits program, they provide the necessary support and flexibility to thrive both personally and professionally. Join them and experience a harmonious blend of career growth and personal well-being.

Culture & vibe

In P&G culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and diversity. Employees embrace a "growth mindset" encouraging continuous learning and development. Teamwork and inclusion drive success, with initiatives promoting work-life balance and community engagement. P&G's culture emphasizes integrity, leadership, and a commitment to making a positive impact on society.

About you

Job Qualifications

• Candidates seeking a BS/MS degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, and Photonics or Engineering are preferred.
• Other BS/MS majors that may be considered are Applied Physics.
• Are 1-4 years away from Graduation (Engineering school/University).
• Successful candidates will be willing to travel on the job.

Just so you know:

• All positions are entry-level management interns/co-ops.
• This position is Boston, Massachusetts-based.
• Procter & Gamble generally seeks to hire individuals that are in good standing at their university and/or field of study, this typically means people with an overall G.P.A. of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale.
• The co-op duration is 12+ weeks starting around July or August.
• They provide relocation support to get you where they need you.  

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• pgcareers.com/global/en/search
• youtube.com/@ProcterGamble