Operations Intern - Summer 2026

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

At Charter, we believe our culture is our strongest competitive advantage. Join our team, where you’ll take on impactful projects, gain hands-on experience, and grow both personally and professionally.

- Impactful Work & Growth: Contribute to meaningful projects that drive company goals while developing skills through mentorship, training, and networking

- Compensation Benefits: Competitive compensation, receive weekly pay, and paid holidays

- Career Advancement: Explore full-time employment opportunities across our four business divisions and corporate office, with adjusted service time if hired after graduation

- Recognition & Culture: Join a workplace that celebrates achievements, values contributions, and invests in your future

- Program Highlights: Experience our Intern Kickoff Day, Volunteer Opportunities, Professional Development Workshops, and the End of Summer Intern Showcase

Program Structure:

- Duration/Schedule: Flexible part-time during the school year and full-time during the summer months

- Location: Woodstock - Onsite

- Start Date: May 2026

What We're Looking For:

- Enrollment in a four-year degree program in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field with current status of at least a Sophomore level

- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher

- Proficient in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

- Strong verbal and written communication skills

- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills

- Ability to succeed in a team environment

- Ability to handle multiple tasks

Preferred Experience:

- Advanced Excel and analyst skills

- AutoCAD experience

- Exposure to Lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Tools

What You'll Focus On:

- Assist in plant-related operational reporting

- Participate in Continuous Improvement projects

- Assist in other projects and function as a resource for other team members

- Participate in safety and quality programs

- Document and improve processes

- Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description

- Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements

The entry hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on various factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, and qualifications. Compensation decisions are tailored to the unique circumstances of each position and candidate.Internship positions are not benefits-eligible.