Engineering Intern

Tank Connection is an international leader in the design, manufacturing and installation of liquid and dry bulk storage products and covers. Quality, experience, innovation, and customer service are hallmarks of our company. Tank Connection is an ISO9001 QMS Company that is also employee owned. You get the best of both worlds when an extensive ISO program is implemented by employee owners. As a result, Tank Connection has become the trusted name in storage around the world. 

Summer 2025 Engineering Internship Details:  At Tank Connection, internships are designed to be a work-based experience that ensures mutual benefit for both the company and the intern.  We aim to provide meaningful work, social and networking opportunities, exposure to company culture, comprehensive training, industry connections, and valuable feedback.  This program embodies a shared purpose, fostering generational value.    By recruiting top-notch talent, we are committed to shaping the future of Tank Connection, creating a lasting impact for both the organization and our interns. The Summer 2026 Internship Experience is a full time position June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026.  All interns will be based out of our main location in Parsons, Kansas. Anticipate the possibility of employer paid travel to project sites, events, and trainings during the internship.  On the application, please specify your engineering area of interest to be- Civil, Mechanical, or Design. Applicants should be prepared to attach a cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation to the online application.

Position Summary:  The Engineering Intern is an entry-level position.  The intern will work with various team members and departments to allow the individual to gain experience in multiple engineering roles.

 Duties and Responsibilities

Will vary by intern based on skills, company needs and intern interest emphasis (Civil, Design, and Computer Science Engineering)  

• Conduct research using the internet and other sources of information.
• Perform analytical work for design and/or manufacturing-related objectives.
• Assist company personnel in research and development related projects.
• Create memos, correspondence, reports, and other documents as needed by engineering personnel.
• Create or update systems or designated databases for specific department needs.
• Develop drawings using engineering principles, established company standards, procedures, and instructions.
• Complete tasks that assist daily engineering and project management functions.
• Follow best practices, policies and procedures in the design, layout, and documentation of all company products. Specific tasks may include making models, drawings and assemblies using the CAD system and other computer tools.
• Provide regular feedback and updates to project team members and immediate supervisor about the status of assigned tasks.
• Present project results to management and/or department personnel.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Specifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and G-Suite.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2018 and/or Autodesk Inventor 2018 or later is preferred.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• Able to manage multitask work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work proactively and independently on a broad variety of projects.
• Able to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with people in course of work.

Education and Qualifications:

• College Level Junior or Senior
• Desired Major(s)- Computer Engineering, Computer Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Engineering.

Engineering Intern Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of Engineering Intern, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Engineering Intern Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of Engineering Intern, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Limitations and Disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
REV 03/14/2019