Industrial Automation Intern (Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions, Pack Intern, Summer 2026)

SUMMER 2026 

**This internship is hosted by Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions and sponsored by the Nevada Career Studio (NCS). 

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Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions 

About Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions: 

What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?  

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!  

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Mechanical-Manufacturing Engineer Intern opportunity at Ellsworth Adhesives. This role reports into Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions division located in Sparks, NV.  

Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!  

Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions provides the solutions to make parts. We are the knowledge leader in dispensing solutions. Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer opportunity at Ellsworth Dispensing Solutions, located in Sparks, NV. 

Internship Description: 

S-SERIES 2.0 or 1050 2.0 CodeSYS conversion from Java and C++ based code ran in a Linux environment. This intern will help write the code to run in this new CodeSys programing environment. The intern will be assigned branches of code changes within Axure DevOps. Once they write the code the code will then be reviewed by the intern’s supervisor. Once code is approved it will be merged into the primary branch of code. CodeSYS is a front end and back-end coding environment. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Complete 360 hours of work as an intern (32-40 hours per week, 9 weeks minimum) 
• Modifies existing programs in C++, Java, CodeSYS, etc. 
• Navigates, configures and troubleshoots Linux systems 
• Optimizes, and adapts electronic control systems and instruments to automate and monitor industrial processes 
• Assists with developing technical designs, process diagrams, SCADA block diagrams, and control schematics to implement automation controls 
• Configures existing systems using PLC and HMI techniques 
• Models, tests, and measures output and data to analyze performance or quality issues and develop solutions 
• Create, review, process Engineering Change Requests (ECR), updates documentation including drawings, models, bill of materials, quotes and engineering summaries utilizing CAD Systems and ERP software 
• Define recommended parts procurement 
• Develop and modify drawings and models of mechanical assemblies using CAD software 

Goals and Expectations of the Intern: 

The intern’s goal will be to write ~1 branch of code per week. Could be for an update UI design or back-end feature. Additionally, the intern will be expected to work in a multi-contributor environment. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Must be a degree-seeking undergraduate OR graduate student at the University of Nevada, Reno after the Spring ‘26 semester  
• Spring ‘26 or earlier graduates are not eligible for the Wolf Pack STEM Internship Program 
• Student must be enrolled in a major or minor program in the following colleges: 
  • Agriculture, Biotechnology, and Natural Resources (CABNR) 
  • Business 
  • Engineering 
  • Science 
  • Public Health/Orvis 
• Good problem solving and analytic skills (i.e., can conduct root cause analysis, make recommendations, and track results). 
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing continuous improvement methodologies 
• Ability to update and document manufacturing process, inspection, and testing procedures 
• Capability to communicate, and train shop floor team members on processing information 
• Basic knowledge of automation and electronics components and electronic assemblies 
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical personnel 

Preferred Qualifications: 

Understanding of: C++, Java, Python, CodeSYS, and Linux 

Desired Schedule for Intern: 

M-F: 7:30am to 5:30 pm (Within that window) 

Pack STEM internships require interns to complete 360 hours during their internship. It is the intern’s responsibility to ensure this requirement is met.