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Process Engineer Intern

CompanySonova AG
LocationAurora
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 8, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will execute daily engineering tasks to maintain and improve existing manufacturing processes and methods. Key duties include developing jigs, fixtures, and tools to aid assembly and creating process work instructions.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$20 - $25
Company Size
7129
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Around 25% of the world’s population is living with hearing loss. At Sonova, we envision a world where everyone enjoys the delight of hearing and lives a life without limitations. From personal audio devices and wireless communication systems to audiological care services, hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Our product brands – Phonak, Unitron, Sennheiser (under license), and Advanced Bionics – create compelling new products to offer the optimal solution for an ever growing consumer base through our globally diversified sales and distribution channels, including our well established global audiological care business. With a presence in over 100 countries and more than 19,000 employees, we leverage our global infrastructure and local roots. We aim for an inclusive work environment and culture that fosters a good balance of family and work-life for everyone. Our workforce is made up of 110 nationalities across 4 generations. In 2006, Sonova founded the non-profit Hear the World Foundation, which seeks to give children living with hearing loss access to audiological care in low- to middle-income countries.
About the Role

Aurora, IL

Process Engineer Intern

As a Process Engineering Intern who is responsible for executing on the day to day engineering tasks provided by management for existing manufacturing processes and methods. Ideally, this position would recommend equipment for use and develop jigs, fixtures, and tools to aid in the assembly and/or warehousing operations processes. This role requires contribution to team effort.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Investigate and correct process problems as they are identified by internal and external customers
  • Execute on the engineering tasks identified by management
  • Potentially develop and implement improvements to the existing manufacturing processes and methods
  • Potentially develop and implement quality improvements in manufacturing
  • Develop jigs, fixtures and tools to aid in the assembly of hearing aids
  • Develop and implement process work instructions as instructed by management
  • Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
  • Perform other duties as necessary or as requested by management

More About You:

  • • Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
  • Minimum 2yrs of college studies
  • Understanding of manufacturing process flow
  • Basic drafting skills
  • Able to work in a team environment

 

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Don't meet all the criteria?  If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you! 

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact  

 

 What we offer:

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage*
  • Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
  • TeleHealth options
  • 401k plan with company match*
  • Company paid life/ad&d insurance
    • Additional supplemental life/ad&d coverage available
  • Company paid Short/Long-Term Disability coverage (STD/LTD)
    • STD LTD Buy-ups available
  • Accident/Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Legal/ID Theft Assistance
  • PTO (or sick and vacation time), floating Diversity Day, & paid holidays*
  • Paid parental bonding leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (24/7 mental health support hotline, 5 company paid counseling sessions and more)
  • Robust Internal Career Growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Hearing aid discount for employees and family
  • Internal social recognition platform
  • D&I focused: D&I council and employee resource groups

*Plan rules/offerings dependent upon group Company/location.

This role's pay range is between: $20 - $25 hourly 

 

How we work:

At Sonova, we prioritize the well-being of our employees and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model empowers teams to balance individual needs with business goals, offering flexibility and individualized time management. We recognize the importance of life outside of work and strive to create a supportive and motivating workplace where innovation thrives.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Key Skills
Process EngineeringManufacturing Process FlowDraftingJig And Fixture DesignQuality ImprovementWork InstructionsProblem SolvingTeam Collaboration
Categories
EngineeringManufacturing
Benefits
Medical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageHealth Savings AccountHealth Reimbursement AccountFlexible Spending/Dependent Care AccountsTeleHealth Options401k Plan With Company MatchCompany Paid Life/AD&D InsuranceSupplemental Life/AD&D CoverageShort-Term Disability CoverageLong-Term Disability CoverageAccident/Hospital Indemnity CoverageLegal/ID Theft AssistancePTOSick TimeVacation TimeFloating Diversity DayPaid HolidaysPaid Parental Bonding LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramInternal Career Growth OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementHearing Aid Discount