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Plastics Engineering Co-op/Intern- Summer 2026
CompanyAmerican Honda Motor Co., Inc.
LocationRaymond
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 4, 2026

Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Co-ops/Interns will support various projects in Plastics Engineering, including troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and participating in cost-reduction projects. They will also interact with suppliers and complete a special research project.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$27 - $35
Company Size
2194
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About the Role
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Plastics Engineering Co-op/Intern - Summer 2026</strong></span></h1><p> </p><p>This job description reflects potential openings for the <strong>Summer 2026 Co-op/Internship</strong> Session (May-August). This is a general job description and represents multiple openings in various departments. <strong>Honda offers both single and multi-semester co-ops and internships. College students must apply to the requisition pertaining to their major and semester of </strong><strong>interest</strong></p><p><strong>Please note: </strong>Sponsorship for employment visa status for these positions is unavailable. Applicants requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future (e.g., F-1 CPT/OPT, H-1B, TN, etc.) will not be considered.</p><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>More about the Plastics Engineering Co-op/ Intern at Honda</strong></p><p> </p><p>The below descriptions reflect <em>potential</em> environments and duties within our various Plastics Engineering Co-op/ Intern positions that we offer. Work environments and projects may include but are not limited to</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manufacturing</span>:</p><ul><li>Supporting online troubleshooting of injection molding and plastics welding equipment</li><li>Installation of new tooling including designing and building end of arm tooling, mold installation, process maturation and robot programming</li><li>Supporting design modification and implementation of the production line</li><li>Interacting with suppliers and contractors with the support of a mentor</li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Purchasing</span>:</p><ul><li>Calculating part and tooling costs for injection molded automotive parts</li><li>Participating in cost-reduction projects related to the introduction of new vehicles</li><li>Developing ideas that lead to tangible cost savings by collaborating with part designers and part and tooling suppliers</li><li>Completing your assigned special research project related to a subject selected by you and your assigned Honda mentor</li></ul><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>What you need to be successful in this role</strong></p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Required</span>:</p><ul><li>Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship</li><li>General Engineering Coursework</li><li>Minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA or higher (You will be required to provide your current transcript)</li><li>Class status- Sophomore (by credit hour) or above</li><li>Availability to work a minimum of 10 weeks at 40 hours per week</li><li>Enrollment in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program studying Plastics Engineering, Plastics Engineering Technology, or related</li><li>Valid U.S. Driver's License (exceptions considered on a case-by-case basis)</li><li>Ability to secure own transportation to and from work each day<ul><li><em>*Public transportation and ride share services are limited in some of our locations. Co-ops are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from work each day, and must have a reliable plan for transportation in order to be eligible for a position.</em><em> Regular in-person attendance is required, and transportation issues will not be excused.</em></li></ul></li></ul><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Desired</span>:</p><ul><li>Injection Molding, Plastics related coursework</li></ul><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Position Locations</strong></p><p> </p><p>Plastics Engineering Co-op/ Intern positions are offered in the cities/ states listed below, if you are selected to move forward in the process, you will be given the opportunity to make selections on your location preferences:</p><ul><li>Marysville, Ohio (45 minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio)</li><li>Raymond, Ohio (45 minutes northwest of Columbus, Ohio)</li></ul><p> </p><p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Honda Co-operative and Learning Internships Program Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Housing Accommodations:</strong> Honda offers housing at a shared cost or a housing stipend <em>based on location</em> for our Co-ops and Interns. It is not required to opt-in to, but is available should you need housing at the time of your Co-op/ Internship with Honda.</p><p><strong>Honda Business Resource Groups:</strong> One of the ways Honda gives diversity a voice is through its business resource groups. The associate-led, company-supported groups have members aligned across different dimensions of diversity such as gender, ethnicity, ability, life stage and experiences. The groups provide networking opportunities, a chance to give back and professional development. Some groups have even given feedback on Honda products, making them more appealing to all. Embracing all views is what will drive us into the future. Honda wants passionate, driven people to be a part of that future.</p><p><strong>Performance Feedback: </strong>Honda Co-ops and Interns will have the opportunity to receive informal and formal feedback from their leaders, ask questions and express future interest in a scheduled mid-term and final evaluation.</p><p><strong>Mentorship:</strong> Each Co-op/ Intern is assigned a mentor in your department to help you navigate your time at Honda.</p><p><strong>On-site Wellness Center: </strong>Co-ops and Interns have access to join our Wellness Centers (varies by location). Our Wellness Centers are full gyms equipped with cardio machines, weights, basketball courts, pools, dieticians, personal trainers and group fitness classes.</p><p><strong>Paid overtime: </strong>Co-ops and Interns will receive 1.5 times their hourly rate of pay for any overtime worked.</p><p><strong>Consideration for full time employment: </strong>Our Cooperative Learning Internships program is utilized as a talent pipeline for our full-time positions!</p><p><strong>Hourly Wage Range: $27.22-$35.22</strong></p><p><strong><em>Pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to, geographic location, work experience, education, etc.</em></strong></p>
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Injection MoldingPlastics EngineeringTroubleshootingTooling DesignProcess MaturationRobot ProgrammingCost ReductionCollaborationResearch Project
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