Internship - Mechanical Design - Summer 2026

Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.

• Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major
• Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader
• Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives
• Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• This was position will be in the Mechanical Designer office to get a feel for the engineering design work we do as well as involvement in our Engineering Capital Project management and execution across all facilities.  
• This will provide the intern some exposure to a number of different functional areas throughout their summer internship with us. 
• Summer Internship in Process Controls dealing with new capital projects across all plants.   
• Technology/process focused projects including developing scope, project requests, equipment requisition, planning, scheduling, and implementation.  
• Reverse engineering components and assemblies through our Green Tag Process for the purpose of cost savings, lead time reduction and reliability improvements.
• Assist in control systems for capital projects for new equipment and upgrades. 
• Support innovation, best practices, and value for the organization. 
• Investigates new technologies to see if they are viable for applications and reports findings to their direct manager. 
• Identifies repetitive issues to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
• Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
• Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
• Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, other duties may be assigned by your supervisor, as dictated by business necessity. 

• Have an applicable degree program and coursework that corresponds with the internship applied for.
• Applicable experience within the technical fields preferred. 
• Knowledge - Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite  
• Skills - Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position. Effective presentation skills 
• Abilities - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional manner. 

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913 by Fred H. Wells and run by the Wells family for generations, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet, packaged foods. 

Wells produces more than 200 million gallons of ice cream per year and distributes products in all 50 states. Wells manufactures its signature brand Blue Bunny®, lower-calorie Halo Top®, the iconic Bomb Pop®, and Blue Ribbon Classics®.

Wells employs nearly 4,000 ice cream aficionados across the country. The company is headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, where Wells has made Le Mars the “Ice Cream Capital of the World” as the largest manufacturer of ice cream in one location.  Wells operates two manufacturing plants in Le Mars, Iowa, a manufacturing plant in Dunkirk, New York, and a manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.

What We Offer

At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.  Learn more about our benefits here.