Germantown, WI, USA
56 days ago
Engineering Intern, Summer 2025

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

Bradley Corporation - a part of the Watts family - is a US manufacturer leading the way in commercial washrooms and safety solutions, celebrating over 100 years in business. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first name basis, all while in a friendly, yet professional environment where your voice matters.

 

The Watts/Bradley Internship Program is your chance to bring what you’ve learned in the classroom to life! You’ll dive into real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience while learning how business really works from the inside. During the program, you’ll get to roll up your sleeves and make an impact on day-to-day operations. Plus, you'll have tons of opportunities to network with passionate professionals across manufacturing, industrial engineering, and more—sparking new ideas through cross-department collaboration. It’s all about expanding your skills, challenging yourself, and exploring where your ambitions can take you!

What You'll Do

Interns will be involved in a variety of tasks that will help them develop practical skills and gain insight into the workings of our organization. Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, you will provide support to and assist the Engineering team with various tasks and projects.

Assist engineering team with design, development, and testing of projects.

Perform data analysis and interpretation to support engineering decisions.

Create and update technical documentation, including specifications and reports.

Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute to project planning.

Conduct research on engineering-related topics and compile findings.

Use engineering software and tools to assist with modeling, simulations, and calculations.

Support the development and implementation of prototypes and experiments.

Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues.

Attend meetings and provide updates on assigned tasks and projects.

Who You Are

Student (rising sophomore or junior preferred) pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) or a related field

Basic understanding of engineering principles and practices.

Familiarity with engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB) is a plus.

Familiarity with SolidWorks is preferred.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Passionate about your work, with a genuine desire to contribute meaningfully and make an impact

Demonstrated commitment to integrity and respect in interactions with others, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment

Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership of tasks and following through on commitments

Must be authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future

What’s In It for You

People-First Culture – Enriching and caring for people is at the core of who we are; this includes executing our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy, and providing you with meaningful career growth opportunities, a positive and safe work environment, and affirmation that you are heard, valued, and respected.

PPE Reimbursement – Get reimbursed for your PPE needs!

Paid Holidays – Celebrate the holidays with your loved ones and still get paid! You will receive the following paid holidays off during your time as an Intern with Watts. Where a holiday falls during the weekend, it will be observed on an adjacent weekday.  

Lunch and Learns – Throughout your internship, there will be opportunities for you to sign up to learn and network with some of the key strategic leaders and thought partners within our core operating model!

Sustainability – For five years in a row, Watts has been named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" by Newsweek. Join our journey as we continue to distinguish Watts as a responsible and committed corporate citizen.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to use hands/ fingers to push, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and depth perception.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experienceComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefitsFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave10 paid holidays and Paid Time OffContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursementAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programsLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

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