Position Summary
ORGANIZATION STATEMENT:
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or parkerhannifin.
Here at Parker, our purpose is simple yet powerful: we work alongside customers as a trusted partner to enable technology breakthroughs that change the world for the better. To accomplish this, we need talented and engaged individuals who are passionate about their field, willing to take on complex challenges, and ready for responsibility. By joining our Intern Program, you will become a valued member of our team - tackling challenging issues, delivering truly impactful results, and providing you the opportunity to grow both technically and personally through practical working experience.
This position is for Parker Hannifin’s Composite Sealing Systems Division, located in San Diego (Otay Mesa), California. The standard work hours are from Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The spaneting and pricing intern will be responsible for supporting spaneting and pricing initiatives in support of division growth and profitability goals. They will interact with many departments of the organization including, but not limited to: customer service, field sales, accounting, and engineering.
The internship is designed to be a full-time on-site position for the 2026 summer semester. The start and end date for the internship is flexible.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Provide functional support for CSS as part of the Sales/Marketing Team.
- Participate in spaneting projects including digital spaneting initiatives, new customer identification, and new product developments in support of business objectives.
- Work with the pricing team on data analysis and pricing projects to support divisional growth.
- Conduct research and provide recommendations on spaneting best practices.
- Update and communicate division successes to internal teams to increase team awareness.
- Follow established safety and environmental policies, procedures and methods applicable to the work area.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Experience:
- Manufacturing facility, preferred
- Previous internship, preferred
Skills:
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English.
- Ability to demonstrate strong customer service orientation.
- Ability to apply innovative thinking toward problem resolution.
- Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and manage organizational and time management tasks efficiently.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to demonstrate willingness to learn and take initiative.
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and as part of a team as a self-starter.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly.
- Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time.
- Ability to frequently bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
- Ability to use hands and fingers for detailed work over extended periods of time.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a focus on accuracy and efficiency for extended periods of time.
- Ability to wear required PPE throughout the entirety of the shift.
The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to the job classification. The company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as spanet and business considerations. Pay Range: $17.25 - $21.00 per hour.
TOTAL REWARDS:
This position is not eligible for benefits.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be either a US citizen, lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders] or have refugee or asylee status).
This position is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive pre-employment screening process. This process may include, but is not limited to a criminal background check, verification of educational credentials, and drug testing.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:
In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
