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At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Controls Engineering Intern - Indianapolis, IN

Allegion is seeking a Controls intern to join our team for the summer of 2026. This is a great opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in a unique manufacturing and automation environment. This position will work closely with experienced Controls engineers and technicians, contributing to real-world projects gaining valuable skills in industrial automation.

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. The company does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) for this employment position.

What You Will Do:

Assist with development and troubleshooting of new and existing automation systems
Work with industrial communication networks and infrastructure
Assist in creating and updating electrical and pneumatic schematics, prints, and technical documentation
Support the installation, testing, and startup of new equipment on the manufacturing floor
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action for controls-related issues
Assist in maintaining software backups and version control for automation systems

What You Need to Succeed:

Currently enrolled in an engineering, engineering technology, computer science, technical, or related field of study
Basic understanding of electrical circuits and a willingness to continue learning
Strong problem-solving skills with a tenacity for finding the root cause of issues and implementing solutions
Aptitude for technical communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as executing on tasks independently
Eagerness to learn new technologies

What You’ll Gain:

The successful candidate will gain exposure and understanding of:

Fast paced multi-discipline manufacturing environment with a high degree of vertically integrated processes
MES exposure, cameras, vision systems, and various databases
Lifecycle of industrial projects from design to commissioning
PLC Programming, HMI design, and safety systems
Practical application of engineering principles
Collaboration through working with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, operations, engineering, and more.

Why Work for Us?

Allegion is a Great Place to Grow your Career if:

You're seeking a rewarding opportunity that allows you to truly help others.  With thousands of employees and customers around the world, there’s plenty of room to make an impact. As our values state, “this is your business, run with it”.

You’re looking for a company that will invest in your professional development.  As we grow, we want you to grow with us.

You want a culture that promotes work-life balance.  Our employees enjoy generous paid time off, because at Allegion we recognize that you have a full life outside of work!

You want to work for an award-winning company that invests in its people. Allegion is proud to be a recipient of the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for the second year in a row, recognizing our commitment to employee engagement, strengths-based development, and unlocking human potential.

What You’ll Get from Us:

An opportunity to be a part of a dedicated team that collaborates on real, hands-on projects

Professional Growth through exposure to Allegion's leaders, professional development and skill building opportunities, and mentor/mentee relationships

Meaningful time to network and get to know your peers through Allegion sponsored activities hosted by the Talent Attraction Team

Opportunities to leverage your unique strengths through Clifton Strengths testing and coaching

Join our team of experts today and help us make tomorrow’s world a safer place!

Not sure if your experience perfectly aligns with the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and every single preferred qualification of a job posting. At Allegion, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experiencedoesn’t align perfectly with every item in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role.#ALLEGION

We Celebrate Who We Are!

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do. We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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Allegion is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer