PennEngineering Rotational Development Program (PRDP)

Job Description

Rotational Development Program | PennEngineering®

The Tone:
This is a full-time internship program at PennEngineering®, located primarily in Danboro, PA, with required global rotations. PennEngineering manufactures fasteners and other engineered solutions. This entry-level Rotational Development Program is designed for new engineering graduates to gain broad exposure across various plants and functions, preparing them for future contributions within the company. It offers a unique opportunity to build a global professional network and discover individual strengths by experiencing three distinct engineering environments.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Danboro, PA
• Mission: To develop well-rounded engineers by exposing them to diverse operations and challenges across the company’s global sites.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Learning: Get up to speed quickly on new business or product lines within each rotation.
• Project Management: Own and execute projects that are critical to the success of the assigned site.
• Skill Development: Work closely with managers and dedicated mentors to sharpen technical and professional skills.
• Professional Growth: Participate in ongoing development activities, including webinars and in-person immersions focused on growth and networking.
• Cultural Immersion: Learn about new locations and cultures during domestic and international assignments.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science program in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Materials Engineering from an ABET-accredited university, graduating by May 2027.
• Experience: Minimum 3.0 GPA. Participation in an academic leadership role and/or socially conscious activities. Willingness and ability to relocate for each rotation, including an international assignment in Ireland, Germany, or Asia. Must hold work authorization allowing full-time work for PennEngineering in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
• Skills: Adaptability; strong engineering instincts and real enthusiasm for technology; demonstrated technical and analytical ability with attention to detail; creative problem-solving; clear written and verbal communication; a self-starter’s attitude that is professional, positive, and genuinely collaborative.
• Bonus: Conversational or fluent Mandarin.