Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges. Together, we make cool things. As an established technology and innovation leader, we are continuously evolving to meet the filtration needs of our changing world. Join a culture of collaboration and innovation that matters and a chance to learn, effect change, and make meaningful contributions at work and in communities.

The Donaldson internship program provides innovative students with meaningful, hands-on experience in a collaborative industry environment. Through real-world projects, mentorship, and development opportunities, we aim to support career growth and build a talent pipeline aligned with our values and goals.

This internship will take place at our Frankfort, Indiana location, over a 10–12 week period during summer 2026.

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Donaldson Company, you will be a part of a group focused on a particular filtration technology – whether it is air and liquid filtration fundamentals, chemical filtration, materials technology or process technology. You will interact with multiple engineers and scientists, conduct lab testing of filter materials and products, develop new filtration solutions and aid in bringing new technologies to market for our businesses.

Role Responsibilities:

Contribute in the design (CAD), test, and build of leading-edge filtration technology
Assist or lead lab testing to analyze performance for filter elements and assemblies
Collaborate with applications engineers to assist with customer-specific project (e.g. test support, FEA, FMEA, stack up tolerance analysis)

Minimum Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in an accredited degree program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in: Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Material Science Engineering, or a related field
Authentic interest and experience in hands-on technical, mechanical work, as evidenced through hobbies, student organizations, classroom projects or similar

Preferred Qualifications:

Interest in a collaborative internship experience working with a variety of team members on location with potential reach to global colleagues
Minimum 3.0 out of a 4.0 cumulative GPA
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Energetic self-starter who seeks innovative solutions
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Strong prioritization and problem-solving abilities

Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Immigration Sponsorship Not Available:

Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, J-1, F-1, CPT, OPT, etc.).
Donaldson will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the U.S. will not be considered.

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