Plastics Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

DMS’ Purpose:

We are creating a culture of service.  We empower others to grow, rise, and give back – accelerating positive change in the world. We lead with the heart to bring out the best in you – which brings out the best in us. We do well so we can do good.

Serve Others, Enrich Lives, Rise Together, and Give Back

Position Overview:

The Plastics Engineering Intern will work closely with our engineering team to support various stages of product development, manufacturing, and quality assurance for automotive plastic components. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, high-tech environment where innovation and precision are key.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Development: Assist in the design, prototyping, and testing of new plastic automotive components, ensuring they meet industry standards and customer specifications.
• Material Analysis: Conduct research and testing on plastic materials to determine the best fit for specific automotive applications, focusing on durability, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manufacturing Support: Collaborate with engineers to optimize injection molding, extrusion, and other plastic manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and consistency in high-volume production.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in quality inspections, including dimensional checks, mechanical testing, and failure analysis, to ensure products meet stringent automotive standards.
• Tooling and Equipment: Assist in the design and validation of tooling and equipment used in the production of plastic components, working to improve process reliability and product quality.
• Documentation: Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations summarizing project findings, test results, and recommendations for process improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, to support product development and launch activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing product performance, reducing costs, and improving manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD), plastic materials, and automotive manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming).
• Automotive Knowledge: Understanding of automotive industry standards and requirements, such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning), is a plus.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex engineering challenges.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, with a proactive approach to learning and contributing.
• Adaptability: Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes in a dynamic automotive environment.

What We Offer:

• Industry Experience: Work on projects that directly impact the development and manufacturing of automotive components for leading vehicle manufacturers.
• Mentorship: Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced engineers and automotive industry professionals.
• Networking: Build relationships with professionals across various departments and levels within the company.
• Professional Development: Access to training resources and opportunities to enhance your engineering and automotive industry knowledge.
• Career Opportunities: High-performing interns may be considered for full-time opportunities within our engineering team upon graduation.

Traits/Values:

• Integrity – adhering to high ethical principles and professional standards.

• Trustworthiness – Being honest, dependable, and earning the confidence of others.
• Excellence – consistently being the best you can be.
• Responsible – being reliable and trustworthy.
• Accountability – being obligated and willing to accept responsibility for one’s actions.
• Dignity – behaving in accord with DMS basic principles.
• Respect – treating others as you would have them treat you.

Our Values:

Gratitude * Integrity * Fun * Teamwork * Excellence * Diversity &

Respect * Innovation * Commitment * Humility