Job Description
Job type
Full-time
Location
Wakefield
Full job description
DESCRIPTION
THIS ROLE IS OPEN TO STUDENTS GRADUATING IN 2026/2027 SEEKING AN INTERNSHIP WITH A START DATE FROM JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 2026. IF THIS MATCHES YOUR EXPECTED GRADUATION DATE AND AVAILABILITY, PLEASE CONTINUE READING.
PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE IS AVAILABLE IN MULTIPLE AMAZON FIELD LOCATIONS ACROSS GERMANY (Munich, Winsen, Werne, Graben, Dortmund, Erfurt, Moenchengladbach,Kaiserslautern, Helmstedt).
At Amazon, we are working to be the most customer-centric company on earth.
An engineering internship in Amazon will provide you with an unforgettable experience in a dynamic and international environment. Our internships serve to be an educational experience, where you will put your skills and bias for action to the test, to complete a project that will support your own learning in the engineering field.
The engineering teams in Amazon design, deploy, maintain and optimize all technologies in the Global Amazon Warehouse & Delivery Network ranging from large, modern, purpose-built warehouses utilizing robotics and high-volume conveyance all the way through the value chain to small, high speed, delivery stations placed as close to our customers as possible.
We provide professional growth, opportunities to solve for complex Material Handling Equipment, and opportunities to build your skills working with various teams and stakeholders. Our Operations Engineering Interns must be comfortable interfacing with and driving various functional teams and all stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Key job responsibilities
As an Engineering intern, you could have the opportunity to join one of the following teams: Project Management, Change Management, People Management, Planning, Contracting Management, Infrastructure, Reliability Maintenance Engineering and more. You will work on a project with real impact within Amazon. This could include:
Design, build, improve, and innovate order fulfilment infrastructure throughout the large-scale supply chain network.
Manage, design, and implement small to medium scope integrated automation projects with system elements such as high-speed sortation, multiple conveyors, package lines, and/or robotic work cells.
Develop alongside global teams to support the planning, installation and commission of new equipment, including project managing implementation of new processes.
Support within the EU Controls network on a project to enhance the capability to monitor MHE metrics and provide visualization and data to internal customers.
Working on a program to train technicians in the basics of control systems fault finding in order to raise the level of knowledge within the site.
About the team
Intern Community:
As an Amazon Intern, you'll be part of a supportive community that empowers your growth and development. You'll collaborate with interns from around the world, networking and participating in social events to broaden your perspectives. You can also join specialized groups focused on areas like sustainability to explore your diverse interests.
Support:
The internship program provides a robust support system, including weekly intern office hours, dedicated IT and HR support, and a program team committed to your success. This ensures you have the guidance and assistance needed to thrive.
Learning Sessions:
Exclusive learning sessions will further enhance your skills, granting you access to Amazon's learning platforms and the expertise of industry leaders. These structured development opportunities will prepare you for the next step in your career.
Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of the internship, you may be considered for a graduate role or a second internship, allowing you to continue your journey with Amazon. Additionally, you'll enjoy a competitive monthly salary, relocation support, and access to a range of employee benefits.
Internship Start Dates across the year:
We are hiring interns with flexible start date from January through July.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Are enrolled in or have completed a Bachelor's degree within last 12 months in engineering or equivalent STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) field
Knowledge of advanced English at CEFR level B2/C1
Work 40 hours/week minimum and commit to 3 to 6 month internship maximum
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an advanced level, including: pivot tables, macros, index/match, vlookup, VBA, data links, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with AutoCAD and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM), as well as scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project, or similar)
Experience performing and/or participating in technical assessments in direct support of a major compliance effort (e.g. ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 27701, ISO 9001, PCI, SOC1/SOC 2, HITRUST)
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