Engineering Documentation & Metadata Intern

Job DetailsJob Location: Independence, KS 67301Position Type: InternshipJob Shift: 1st ShiftJob Category: Non DOT - Safety Sensitive PositionSUMMARY: At VSE, we are proud to foster a culture built on collaboration, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to excellence. Our Internship Program reflects these values by offering students meaningful opportunities to contribute to real projects that support our customers, our teams, and our mission. We are excited to welcome our next class of interns and provide an environment where curiosity is encouraged, innovation is supported, and every contribution matters. Interns at VSE gain hands-on experience, expand their skill sets, and work alongside dedicated professionals who are invested in their growth and success. INTERN JOB TITLE: Engineering Intern – Documentation & Metadata PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The intern will design a repeatable procedure for identifying and cataloging metadata used across all OEM engineering, quality, and inspection documents. Leveraging AI‑assisted parsing tools alongside human review, the intern will create a cross‑reference database showing where specific metadata appears and how it is applied. This resource will enhance accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across engineering workflows. Final deliverables include a metadata cross‑reference database, documented procedures, and recommendations for long‑term metadata management.   QualificationsTOP SKILLS REQUIRED: General engineering principles, drawing/specification interpretation, data analysis.   The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and a pre-employment drug screening.   Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  VSE considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.