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Emerson Manufacturing 2026 High School Intern Program

Emerson
Marshalltown, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 May 2026
💰 $30,000/yr

About the role

This is a summer program offered to high school students entering their Junior or Senior year of high school, who are interested in seeking a career in Manufacturing. Students must meet all the requirements listed below to qualify for an interview. 

Requirements:

  • 2.5 minimum GPA

  • Good Attendance

  • Entering Junior or Senior year in Fall 2024 (Must be 16 years of age)

  • Must have a good knowledge of basic mathematics 

  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

  • Some shop experience or technical classes, preferred.

Pay:

  • $15/hour

Benefits: 

  • Service credit accumulated during a full-time work experience is awarded should the student become a regular full-time employee. 

Credit:

  • If credit for school is sought, Emerson will assist with completing the necessary forms.

Hours Worked:

  • Normal work hours are 7:30am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday.  In rare instances work may be requested outside these hours or days.

  • Dates: Mid-June to Mid-August

Dress Code:

  • The dress code policy at Emerson will apply. 

  • Employment in the manufacturing plant, test lab, and other special areas require wearing safety equipment including safety shoes, glasses, and hearing protection.      Emerson will reimburse students up to $100 towards the purchase of steel toe shoes. 

Drug Screening:

  • All employees must complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screening.  This will be arranged through the Emerson Medical Department. Guardian consent is required.

Employment Documentation:

  • By Federal law, Emerson is required to verify eligibility to work in the U.S.  On the first day of employment students must present identification meeting the I-9 requirements.  Some of the accepted documents include passport, birth certificate, driver’s license, social security card, etc.
     

WHY EMERSON 

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation

If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: idisability.administrator@emerson.com.   


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